Sneedville, Tennessee
Sneedville: city in Hancock County, Tennessee, United States of America
About
Sneedville is a city located in the county of Hancock in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,387 and a population density of 233 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,322 inhabitants.
Did you know that Sneedville is the only city in and the county seat of Hancock County, Tennessee, United States? It's true!
The city was founded in 1831 by William Henry Sneed, and named for him. The post office was established in 1832. In 1850, when Hancock County was formed from portions of Hawkins, Claiborne and Union counties, Sneedville became the county seat.
Sneedville is located at 357 m above sea level, which makes it the highest-elevation city in Tennessee. In addition to being a wonderful place to live, Sneedville is also known for its rich history and beautiful scenery.
Quick Facts about Sneedville
| Population | 1,322 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Postal code | 37869 |
| Phone Area Codes | 423 |
| Area | 5.96 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.5298,-83.2174 |
| Altitude | 1,171 feet / 357 meters |
| Capital city | Sneedville is capital of Hancock County |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:19:14 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 222 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.92% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Sneedville is located at 36°31'47"N 83°13'3"W (36.5298100, -83.2174000).
Sneedville map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chanc...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sneedville decreased by 4.92% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,387 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,374 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,352 | -1.63% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,346 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,344 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,337 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,336 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,347 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,342 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,349 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,322 | -2.04% | estimation process |
People born in Sneedville (2)
People born in Sneedville, including classical philologist Horace Leonard Jones, Country Music song writer & artist Morgan Wallen, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sneedville, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 486442 | Sandra Academy of Salon Services Inc | New Tazewell (TN) | 37825-7239 |
Distance to Other Cities
Sneedville distances to largest Tennessee cities