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Ashland City, Tennessee Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Ashland City is 5,000, with a gender distribution of 49% male and 51% female. The population has grown steadily due to its proximity to Nashville and its scenic location along the Cumberland River.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1856
  • County: Cheatham County
  • Land area: 10.8 square miles
  • Population density: 463 people per square mile
  • Area code: 615
  • Zip code: 37015

Geography and Location

Ashland City is located in Cheatham County, in northern Tennessee, about 20 miles northwest of Nashville. The town is situated along the Cumberland River, offering residents scenic views and access to water-based activities such as boating and fishing. Ashland City has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The town is accessible via U.S. Route 12 and Tennessee State Route 49, providing easy connections to Nashville and other parts of middle Tennessee. The local economy is supported by small businesses, services, and tourism, with many residents commuting to Nashville for work. Ashland City’s combination of small-town charm, outdoor recreation opportunities, and proximity to Nashville make it an appealing place to live for families and professionals seeking a quieter lifestyle near the city.

Demographics

Median resident age: 33.8 years
Median household income: $35,282
Median house value: $86,500

Population by Race

Races in Ashland City:

  • White Non-Hispanic (93.1%)
  • Black (3.7%)
  • Hispanic (2.0%)
  • Other race (1.0%)
  • Two or more races (0.7%)

Ancestries: United States (25.7%), Irish (10.6%), English (5.2%), German (4.4%), French (3.4%), Italian (2.9%).

Elevation: 438 feet

Land area: 8.9 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Ashland City

  • High school or higher: 68.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 12.2%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.3%
  • Unemployed: 3.3%
  • Mean travel time to work: 25.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Ashland City town

  • Never married: 21.4%
  • Now married: 55.9%
  • Separated: 1.8%
  • Widowed: 7.8%
  • Divorced: 13.1%

2.8% Foreign born (1.7% Latin America, 0.6% Asia, 0.5% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: +545 (+17.6%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Ashland City:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ashland City:

  • NASHVILLE INTL (about 29 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Abbreviation: BNA)
  • CAMPBELL AAF (about 41 miles; FORT CAMPBELL/HOPKINSVILLE, KY; Abbreviation: HOP)
  • SMYRNA (about 42 miles; SMYRNA, TN; Abbreviation: MQY)

Other public-use airports nearest to Ashland City:

  • JOHN C TUNE (about 14 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Abbreviation: JWN)
  • SPRINGFIELD ROBERTSON COUNTY (about 21 miles; SPRINGFIELD, TN; Abbreviation: M91)
  • CORNELIA FORT AIRPARK (about 27 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Abbreviation: M88)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ashland City:

  • TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY (about 16 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 7,346)
  • NASHVILLE STATE TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (about 16 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 3,642)
  • VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY (about 20 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 9,823)
  • BELMONT UNIVERSITY (about 20 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 2,654)
  • DAVID LIPSCOMB UNIVERSITY (about 23 miles; NASHVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 2,260)
  • AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY (about 28 miles; CLARKSVILLE, TN; Full-time enrollment: 5,744)
  • VOLUNTEER STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 43 miles; GALLATIN, TN; Full-time enrollment: 4,215)

Schools

Public high schools in Ashland City:

  • CHEATHAM CO HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 666; Location: 1 CUB CR; Grades: 09 – 12)
  • CHEATHAM COUNTY ADULT HIGH SCH (Location: 102 ELIZABETH ST; Grades: 10 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Ashland City:

  • CHEATHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 674; Location: 700 SCOUTVIEW DR; Grades: 05 – 08)
  • EAST CHEATHAM ELEMENTARY (Students: 441; Location: 3201 BEARWALLOW RD; Grades: KG – 04)
  • ASHLAND CITY PRIMARY SCHOOL (Students: 269; Location: 104 ELIZABETH ST; Grades: KG – 02)
  • ASHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 173; Location: 108 ELIZABETH ST; Grades: 03 – 04)

Private primary/middle school in Ashland City:

  • CHAD YOUTH ENHANCEMENT CENTER (Students: 43; Location: 1751 OAK PLAINS ROAD; Grades: 2 – 10)

Libraries

Library in Ashland City:

  • CHEATHAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $69,357; Location: 610 NORTH MAIN STREET; 14,079 books; 194 audio materials; 265 video materials; 22 serial subscriptions)

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