Overton County, Tennessee
Overton County: county in Tennessee, United States
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Overton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 22,083 and a population density of 20 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 22,566 inhabitants. Its county seat is Livingston. The county was created 219 years ago in 1806.
County Snapshot
Overton County at a glance
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LivingstonPopulation 4,129
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Quick Facts about Overton County
| Population | 22,566 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| Area | 1126 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.3% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.7% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.3450,-85.2881 |
| Named for | John Overton |
| Altitude | 902 feet / 275 meters |
| Capital | Livingston |
| Establishment | September 01, 1806 |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 06:57:15 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 20 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.14% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Overton County is located at 36°20'42"N 85°17'17"W (36.3450000, -85.2880800). It has 5 neighbors: Clay County, Fentress County, Jackson County, Pickett County and Putnam County.
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The largest city of Overton County is Livingston with a population of 4,129. . See all Overton County cities & populated places.
Overton County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Overton County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Livingston | 4,129 | Town in Tennessee, US |
Official website of Overton County
Official Website- Livingston
Demographics
The population of Overton County increased by 2.14% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,083 | - | census |
| 2011 | 22,165 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 22,164 | -0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 21,969 | -0.89% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 21,951 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 22,067 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 21,964 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 21,998 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 22,068 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 22,241 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 22,566 | 1.44% | estimation process |
People born in Overton County (6)
People born in Overton County, including politician Abraham Ellison Garrett, politician Albert Houston Roberts, musician Lester Flatt, .
More notable people
- Josiah Gregg (merchant, explorer, naturalist, and author) he was born in 19/07/1806
- Benton Cordell Goodpasture (American author and preacher in the Churches of Christ) he was born in 09/04/1895
- James C. Bates (confederate army officer) he was born in 14/05/1837
Tennessee Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby County | 936,017 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Davidson County | 694,176 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Nashville | 684,410 | The twenty-second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Nashville metropolitan area. |
| Memphis | 649,705 | The twenty-ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Memphis metropolitan area. |
| New South Memphis | 641,608 | This area of Memphis, situated in Shelby County at an elevation of 259 feet, is known for its rich musical heritage, particularly its influence on blues and rock and roll. |
| Knox County | 475,609 | County in Maine, United States |
| Hamilton County | 371,662 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Rutherford County | 339,261 | County in North Carolina, United States |
| Williamson County | 245,348 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Montgomery County | 214,251 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Sumner County | 195,561 | County in Tennessee, United States |
| Knoxville | 190,223 | The most populous city in Tennessee. |
| Chattanooga | 184,742 | The fourth most populous city in Tennessee. |
| Clarksville | 161,247 | The second most populous city in Tennessee. |
| Sullivan County | 158,755 | County in New York, United States |
| Murfreesboro | 150,757 | The second most populous city in Tennessee. |