Rutherford County Map, Tennessee
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Rutherford County, Tennessee
Rutherford County is right in the heart of Tennessee. It’s just southeast of Nashville, making it a popular spot for commuters. Murfreesboro, the county seat, is home to Middle Tennessee State University.
This place has seen some serious growth in recent years. It’s one of the fastest-growing counties in the state. But it’s still got plenty of history. The Stones River National Battlefield is here, site of a major Civil War battle.
Rutherford has a good mix of urban and rural areas. You can find modern shopping centers and old family farms within a few miles of each other. The county’s also known for its caves. The Snail Shell Cave system is a big draw for spelunkers.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Rutherford County |
| County Seat | Murfreesboro |
| Population | Approximately 375,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Murfreesboro, Smyrna, La Vergne, Eagleville |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 24, U.S. Highway 41, State Highway 96 |
| FIPS Code | 47-149 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 624 square miles (619 sq mi land, 5 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Wilson County (North), Cannon County (East), Coffee County (Southeast), Bedford County (South), Marshall County (Southwest), Williamson County (West), Davidson County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Tennessee |
| Coordinates | 35°51’N, 86°23’W |
| Etymology | Named after Griffith Rutherford, chairman of the legislature of the Southwest Territory |
| Major Landmarks | Stones River National Battlefield, Middle Tennessee State University, Cannonsburgh Village |
| Website | Rutherford County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Rutherford County Topographic Map
Flat with a twist. Most of the central part of Rutherford County is level ground, perfect for all that development. But head to the outskirts, and the landscape gets a little bumpy. Learn more by zooming into our topographic map below.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Rutherford County Road Map
Fast. That’s the first word that comes to mind. I-24 and U.S. Highway 41 help you zoom through. Rutherford has highways built for movement. They slice through Murfreesboro and push traffic out in all directions. Our zoom tool breaks it all down.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Rutherford County Satellite Map
In our satellite map, you’ll spot Murfreesboro instantly in gray. Beyond that, it’s a mix. Farm fields give way to subdivisions, and green spaces pop up in between. The Stones River stands out because it flows right through town.
OUTLINE MAP
Rutherford County Blank Map
Rutherford County is shaped like a loose rectangle, with lots of bulges and kinks around the edges. No state borders here and it’s boxed in by Tennessee neighbors. It’s basically situated right in the middle of Tennessee.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Rutherford County:
Tennessee County Map
There’s no such thing as a boring county in Tennessee. Some stretch through the Smokies, others roll out into Delta flatlands. Every county’s shaped by the land and it shows.