Bluff City, Tennessee facts for kids
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Bluff City
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Location of Bluff City in Sullivan County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Sullivan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.85 sq mi (4.80 km2) |
| • Land | 1.75 sq mi (4.53 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,450 ft (442 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,822 |
| • Density | 1,042.93/sq mi (402.64/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
37618
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| Area code(s) | 423 |
| FIPS code | 47-06960 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1305320 |
Bluff City is a small city located in Sullivan County, Tennessee. In 2024, about 1,839 people lived there. It is part of a larger area known as the "Tri-Cities" region. This region includes Kingsport, Bristol, and Johnson City.
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Discovering Bluff City's Past
Bluff City has had many different names over the years. It was first called Choate's Ford. Later, it became known as Middletown.
How Bluff City Got Its Name
When the East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad was built, it crossed the Holston River right where the town is. Because of this, the town was named Union. During the Civil War, it was called Zollicoffer. This name honored a Confederate General named Felix Zollicoffer. After the war ended, the town went back to being called Union. Finally, on July 1, 1887, the town officially became Bluff City.
Bluff City's Location and Size
Bluff City is located at 36°27′48″N 82°16′30″W / 36.46333°N 82.27500°W. It covers a total area of about 1.6 square miles (4.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
People Living in Bluff City
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 410 | — | |
| 1890 | 662 | 61.5% | |
| 1900 | 548 | −17.2% | |
| 1910 | 540 | −1.5% | |
| 1920 | 524 | −3.0% | |
| 1930 | 671 | 28.1% | |
| 1940 | 700 | 4.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,074 | 53.4% | |
| 1960 | 948 | −11.7% | |
| 1970 | 985 | 3.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,121 | 13.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,390 | 24.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,559 | 12.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,733 | 11.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,822 | 5.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 1,839 | 6.1% | |
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In 2020, there were 1,822 people living in Bluff City. These people made up 842 households and 541 families.
Bluff City's Weather
The weather in Bluff City is generally mild. It does not have extreme hot or cold temperatures. There is also a good amount of rain throughout the year. This type of weather is known as a marine west coast climate.
Bluff City's Police Department
Bluff City has its own police department. This department helps keep the city safe for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Bluff City (Tennessee) para niños
