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The current estimated population of Altamont is 1,045, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained stable, supported by its rural community and small-town atmosphere.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1858
  • County: Grundy County
  • Land area: 21.2 square miles
  • Population density: 49 people per square mile
  • Area code: 931
  • Zip code: 37301

Geography and Location

Altamont is located in southeastern Tennessee, on the Cumberland Plateau, and serves as the county seat of Grundy County. The town is surrounded by forests, mountains, and state parks, such as South Cumberland State Park, which offers outdoor recreation like hiking and camping. The area has a rich cultural history and is known for its beautiful natural landscapes. Altamont experiences a humid subtropical climate, with mild winters and hot, humid summers.

Demographics

Median resident age: 33.1 years
Median household income: $21,767
Median house value: $38,100

Population by Race

Races in Altamont:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.1%)
  • Hispanic (2.0%)
  • Other race (0.9%)
  • American Indian (0.8%)
  • Two or more races (0.5%)

Ancestries: United States (55.5%), German (4.8%), Irish (4.4%), English (2.6%), Scotch-Irish (1.4%), Dutch (1.2%).

Elevation: 1870 feet

Land area: 22.0 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Altamont

  • High school or higher: 45.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 4.3%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 1.7%
  • Unemployed: 5.5%
  • Mean travel time to work: 30.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Altamont town

  • Never married: 22.3%
  • Now married: 63.0%
  • Separated: 2.4%
  • Widowed: 4.1%
  • Divorced: 8.2%

1.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +392 (+52.7%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Altamont:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Altamont:

Other public-use airports nearest to Altamont:

  • WARREN COUNTY MEMORIAL (about 19 miles; MC MINNVILLE, TN; Abbreviation: RNC)
  • FRANKLIN COUNTY (about 20 miles; SEWANEE, TN; Abbreviation: UOS)
  • MARION COUNTY-BROWN FIELD (about 29 miles; JASPER, TN; Abbreviation: APT)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Altamont:

  • MOTLOW STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 34 miles; Tullahoma, TN; Full-time enrollment: 2,256)
  • THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-CHATTANOOGA (about 41 miles; CHATTANOOGA, TN; Full-time enrollment: 6,914)
  • CHATTANOOGA STATE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 42 miles; CHATTANOOGA, TN; Full-time enrollment: 4,821)
  • TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY (about 53 miles; COOKEVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 7,204)
  • MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY (about 56 miles; MURFREESBORO, TN; Full-time enrollment: 16,617)
  • LEE UNIVERSITY (about 63 miles; CLEVELAND, TN; Full-time enrollment: 3,171)
  • CLEVELAND STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 63 miles; CLEVELAND, TN; Full-time enrollment: 2,022)

Public primary/middle school in Altamont:

  • NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 329; Location: BOX 7 56 HW; Grades: KG – 08)

Libraries

Library in Altamont:

  • ALTAMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $11,233; Location: HWY 56, FLORENCE SCRUGGS MUN.BLDG.; 6,759 books; 42 audio materials; 88 video materials)

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