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Atwood, Tennessee
Location of Atwood in Carroll County, Tennessee.
Location of Atwood in Carroll County, Tennessee.
Atwood, Tennessee is located in Tennessee
Atwood, Tennessee
Atwood, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Country United States
State Tennessee
County Carroll
Incorporated 1941
Area
 • Total 1.73 sq mi (4.49 km2)
 • Land 1.73 sq mi (4.49 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
443 ft (135 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,008
 • Density 542.10/sq mi (209.31/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
38220
Area code(s) 731
FIPS code 47-02380
GNIS feature ID 1275974

Atwood is a small town located in Carroll County, Tennessee, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,008 people lived there. Atwood officially became a town in 1941.

About Atwood, Tennessee

Atwood is a charming town in Carroll County, Tennessee. It was officially recognized as a town in 1941. It's a great place to learn about small-town life in the United States.

Where is Atwood Located?

Atwood is found in the western part of Tennessee. It is entirely land, meaning it has no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within its borders. The town covers an area of about 1.73 square miles (4.49 square kilometers).

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Atwood has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1960 461
1970 937 103.3%
1980 1,143 22.0%
1990 1,066 −6.7%
2000 1,000 −6.2%
2010 938 −6.2%
2020 940 0.2%
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In 2000, there were 1,000 people living in Atwood. These people lived in 430 homes. Most people were White (83%), and about 16% were African American. A small number of people were from other backgrounds.

The average age in Atwood in 2000 was 41 years old. About 20.5% of the population was under 18. This means there are families with kids living in the town.

Local Media in Atwood

Even though Atwood is a small town, it has ways for people to stay informed and entertained.

Radio Station

You can listen to local news and music on the radio.

  • WTPR-AM 710 plays "The Greatest Hits of All Time."

Newspapers

For written news, people in Atwood can read the local newspaper.

  • The Carroll County News-Leader shares important stories from the area.

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