Collierville, Tennessee facts for kids
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Collierville, Tennessee
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Collierville's town square in 2020
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Location of Collierville in Shelby County, Tennessee
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Tennessee | ||
| County | Shelby | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 36.45 sq mi (94.41 km2) | ||
| • Land | 36.38 sq mi (94.21 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.20 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 51,324 | ||
| • Density | 1,410.97/sq mi (544.78/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP codes |
38017, 38027
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| Area code(s) | 901 | ||
| FIPS code | 47-16420 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 1280985 | ||
Collierville is a town in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. It's a suburb located near the Memphis metropolitan area. In 2020, Collierville had about 51,324 people. This makes it the third largest town in Shelby County, after Memphis and Bartlett. It is known for the Carriage Crossing shopping mall and its own school system, Collierville Schools.
The town was started by Jesse R. Collier in 1836. Collierville was also the site of two important battles during the American Civil War. The town was badly damaged during these battles. After the war, Collierville grew again. It has seen a lot of growth in recent times and is known for its good quality of life. The downtown area of Collierville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2014, Parade magazine called Collierville's historic town square the "Best Main Street" in America.
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History of Collierville
Collierville is the second oldest town in Shelby County. It was first planned out in 1836 and named after Jesse R. Collier. He bought the land and called it "The Town of Collier." The town officially became a town in 1850. Richard Ramsey was its first mayor.
Civil War Battles
During the American Civil War, two battles happened in Collierville in late 1863. In the First Battle of Collierville on October 11, 1863, Confederate General James Chalmers and his 3,000 soldiers attacked the town. They wanted to take control of the Memphis and Charleston Railroad. Major General William T. Sherman defended the town, and the Confederates were pushed back.
In the Second Battle of Collierville on November 3, General Chalmers tried again but was stopped by Colonel Edward Hatch. Chalmers then went back to Mississippi. The railroad stayed open for Union troop movements. Around 60 Union soldiers and 95 Confederate soldiers were hurt or killed in these battles. Because William T. Sherman was part of the first battle, "Colliersville" is listed as one of his battles on his monument in Washington, D.C.
The town was severely damaged during the first battle, and most of it was burned down. Collierville became a town again in 1870. James B. Abington was the mayor then. In the 1900s, the town grew with help from farming (cotton and dairy) and factories.
Geography of Collierville
Collierville is located at 35°3′16″N 89°40′56″W / 35.05444°N 89.68222°W. The town covers about 24.6 square miles (63.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small amount of water.
Main Roads
Here are some of the main roads that go through or near Collierville:
- Interstate 269
- Nonconnah/Bill Morris Parkway (State Route 385)
- U. S. Route 72 (Poplar Avenue)/Tennessee State Route 86
- State Route 57 (Poplar Avenue)
- State Route 175 (Byhalia Road, Collierville Road, S Houston Levee Road, and E Shelby Drive)
- State Route 205 (Collierville-Arlington Road)
Climate in Collierville
Collierville has a humid subtropical climate, which means it has four clear seasons. Summers, from late May to late September, are usually hot and humid. This is because of moisture coming from the Gulf of Mexico. Short thunderstorms often happen in the afternoons during summer.
Fall is usually drier and mild, but it can stay warm until late October. Winters are mild, but cold spells can happen. Sometimes, it can even feel warm in January and February. Snow doesn't fall a lot, but it does happen most winters.
Spring often starts in late February or early March. This season is also known for more severe weather like tornadoes and strong thunderstorms. Collierville has more tornado activity than the average for Tennessee. April is usually the month with the most tornadoes, but they can happen any time of year. Collierville gets about 55 inches (140 cm) of rain each year.
People of Collierville (Demographics)
In 2020, there were 51,324 people living in Collierville. There were 17,204 households and 14,078 families.
Most people in Collierville are White (about 67%). Other groups include Black or African American (about 11.7%) and Asian (about 12.7%). About 4.3% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (about 40%) have children under 18 living with them. The average household has about 2.9 people. The average age of people in Collierville is around 40 years old.
Economy of Collierville
Collierville is part of the larger Memphis area. This means its economy is connected to the whole region. Some big companies that employ people in Collierville include FedEx and Carrier. Most adults in Collierville (about 67%) are part of the working population.
Housing in Collierville
The value of homes in Collierville has increased over time. In 2017, the average home value was about $286,700. By 2021, it was estimated to be around $433,000.
Education in Collierville
Collierville has a strong focus on education. Most adults (96%) have a high school diploma or higher. More than half (51.8%) have a bachelor's degree or more.
Most students (95.6%) go to public schools. These schools have been managed by Collierville Schools since 2014. Before that, they were part of Shelby County Schools. There are also private schools in Collierville, like St. George's Independent School. The University of Memphis used to have a branch campus in Collierville.
Elementary Schools
- Bailey Station Elementary School
- Collierville Elementary School
- Crosswind Elementary School
- Sycamore Elementary School
- Tara Oaks Elementary School
- Schilling Farms Elementary School
Middle Schools
- Collierville Middle School
- West Collierville Middle School
High Schools
- Collierville High School
Culture in Collierville
Collierville's downtown area and town square have been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1990. The Morton Museum of Collierville keeps records of the town's history.
Two popular events happen every May: the Fair on the Square and the annual Symphony in the Rose Garden. The Fair has been held every year since 1976. The Collierville Farmers Market has been running since 2009.
The town's public library is called the Collierville Burch Library. It opened in 2001 and is next to the town hall. The Harrell Theatre is the local place for performing arts. It is run by the Collierville Arts Council, which started in 1987.
Notable People from Collierville
Many interesting people have come from Collierville, including:
- Emery Adams, a baseball pitcher.
- Hunter Bradley, a former NFL football player.
- Morgan Cox, an NFL football player.
- Zack Cozart, a former MLB baseball player.
- Bill Dance, a professional fisherman and TV host.
- Nick Marable, a wrestler who represented the USA.
- Nikki McCray, a former WNBA basketball player and coach.
- J. Washington Moore, a lawyer and politician.
- Major Owens, a New York politician.
- Drew Pomeranz, an MLB baseball pitcher.
- Olan Rogers, a comedian.
- Marv Throneberry, a former MLB baseball player.
Images for kids
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Collierville's town square in 2020
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Flag of Collierville, Tennessee
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Seal of Collierville, Tennessee
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Location of Collierville in Shelby County, Tennessee
See also
In Spanish: Collierville (Tennessee) para niños
