Morristown Population 2026
Morristown has a population of 29,478, making it the #1580 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Tennessee. It is about 299× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,478
Rank in United States
#1580
Coordinates
36.21°N, 83.29°W
~397 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
627 km
389 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tennessee
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 689,447 | #21 |
| Memphis | 633,104 | #28 |
| Knoxville | 190,740 | #134 |
| Chattanooga | 181,099 | #144 |
| Clarksville | 166,722 | #159 |
| Murfreesboro | 165,430 | #161 |
| East Chattanooga | 154,024 | #175 |
| Franklin | 72,639 | #524 |
Cities near Morristown
- Greeneville15,094 people · ~42 km away
- Sevierville16,490 people · ~45 km away
- Knoxville190,740 people · ~63 km away
- Kingsport53,014 people · ~75 km away
- Maryville28,464 people · ~79 km away
- Johnson City66,027 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Morristown?
Morristown has a population of 29,478 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1580 biggest city in United States.
What state is Morristown in?
Morristown is located in Tennessee, United States.
Is Morristown the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 627 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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