Livingston, Tennessee facts for kids
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Livingston, Tennessee
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Courthouse Square in Livingston
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Location of Livingston in Overton County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Overton |
| Founded | 1833 |
| Incorporated | 1907 |
| Named for | Edward Livingston |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.53 sq mi (16.91 km2) |
| • Land | 6.51 sq mi (16.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,037 ft (316 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,905 |
| • Density | 600.03/sq mi (231.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38570
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| Area code(s) | 931 |
| FIPS code | 47-43140 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1291738 |
Livingston is a town in Overton County, Tennessee, United States. It is the main town and the county seat, meaning it's where the local government offices are located.
In 2020, about 3,905 people lived in Livingston. The town's current mayor, Lori Elder Burnette, is the first female mayor of Livingston. She started her role on August 29, 2024. Livingston is also part of a larger area called the Cookeville, Tennessee Micropolitan Statistical Area, which had about 148,226 people in 2023. This means it's connected to the nearby city of Cookeville.
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History of Livingston, Tennessee
Livingston became a town on August 10, 1833. Forty acres of land were bought for two hundred dollars to create the town. It was named after Edward Livingston (1764–1836), who was an important government official called the Secretary of State under President Andrew Jackson.
In 1833, the people of Overton County voted to move their county seat from the town of Monroe to Livingston. This was a very close election.
Livingston has been home to many interesting people. One famous person was Albert H. Roberts, who became the Governor of Tennessee. He also worked at the Alpine Institute, which was a private school in Overton County. Livingston is also known for being home to one of only 35 Iron Lungs still in use in the country. An iron lung is a special machine that helps people breathe when their lungs can't work on their own.
Historic Buildings in Livingston
Several buildings in Livingston are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect buildings that have special historical value. The important buildings in Livingston include:
- the Overton County Courthouse
- the American Legion Hut
- the Gov. Albert H. Roberts Law Office
Geography and Location of Livingston
Livingston is located in Tennessee, about 15 miles north of Cookeville. You can find it at these coordinates: 36 degrees, 23 minutes, 13 seconds North and 85 degrees, 19 minutes, 32 seconds West.
The town covers about 5.2 square miles (13.5 square kilometers) of land. Most of this area is land, with only a small part being water. The height above sea level in Livingston ranges from about 1,027 feet (313 meters) to 1,700 feet (518 meters).
Climate in Livingston
Livingston has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has mild winters and hot, humid summers. You might even see plants like Southern Magnolia, Camellia, and Bananas growing here, which usually prefer warmer places.
| Climate data for Livingston, Tennessee (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1961–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 73 (23) |
82 (28) |
86 (30) |
91 (33) |
94 (34) |
106 (41) |
108 (42) |
104 (40) |
100 (38) |
95 (35) |
84 (29) |
77 (25) |
108 (42) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 46.5 (8.1) |
50.9 (10.5) |
59.5 (15.3) |
69.7 (20.9) |
77.2 (25.1) |
84.1 (28.9) |
87.1 (30.6) |
86.7 (30.4) |
81.4 (27.4) |
71.1 (21.7) |
59.9 (15.5) |
50.2 (10.1) |
68.7 (20.4) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 36.9 (2.7) |
40.2 (4.6) |
47.7 (8.7) |
57.0 (13.9) |
65.4 (18.6) |
73.0 (22.8) |
76.6 (24.8) |
75.7 (24.3) |
69.7 (20.9) |
58.2 (14.6) |
47.8 (8.8) |
40.4 (4.7) |
57.4 (14.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 27.2 (−2.7) |
29.6 (−1.3) |
36.0 (2.2) |
44.3 (6.8) |
53.5 (11.9) |
61.9 (16.6) |
66.1 (18.9) |
64.7 (18.2) |
58.1 (14.5) |
45.4 (7.4) |
35.8 (2.1) |
30.6 (−0.8) |
46.1 (7.8) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −25 (−32) |
−15 (−26) |
4 (−16) |
19 (−7) |
27 (−3) |
35 (2) |
45 (7) |
43 (6) |
27 (−3) |
20 (−7) |
2 (−17) |
−18 (−28) |
−25 (−32) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 4.70 (119) |
4.66 (118) |
4.97 (126) |
4.81 (122) |
4.74 (120) |
4.75 (121) |
4.62 (117) |
4.25 (108) |
3.87 (98) |
2.90 (74) |
3.70 (94) |
5.48 (139) |
53.45 (1,358) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 0.3 (0.76) |
1.5 (3.8) |
0.4 (1.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
2.3 (5.8) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 8.0 | 7.4 | 9.3 | 9.8 | 10.0 | 10.4 | 9.1 | 7.2 | 6.3 | 6.0 | 7.6 | 9.0 | 100.1 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 1.4 |
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Population of Livingston
The population of Livingston has changed over the years. Here's how many people lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 881 | — | |
| 1860 | 268 | −69.6% | |
| 1870 | 240 | −10.4% | |
| 1880 | 312 | 30.0% | |
| 1890 | 320 | 2.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,421 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,215 | −14.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,526 | 25.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,527 | 0.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,082 | 36.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,817 | 35.3% | |
| 1970 | 3,050 | 8.3% | |
| 1980 | 3,372 | 10.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,809 | 13.0% | |
| 2000 | 3,498 | −8.2% | |
| 2010 | 4,058 | 16.0% | |
| 2020 | 3,905 | −3.8% | |
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Who Lives in Livingston?
The 2020 United States census showed that 3,905 people lived in Livingston. These people made up 1,677 households and 963 families. Most residents identified as White (non-Hispanic), making up about 93.34% of the population. Other groups included Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races. About 1.61% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Schools and Learning in Livingston
Livingston has several schools for students of different ages. These include:
- Livingston Academy (for grades 9-12)
- Livingston Middle School (for grades 5-8)
- A.H. Roberts Elementary School (for grades K-4)
For older students who want to learn a trade or continue their education, Livingston also has a branch campus of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology. There is also a satellite campus of Volunteer State Community College, which offers college courses.
Famous People from Livingston
Livingston has been the home of several notable individuals:
- Michael J. McCulley: A U.S. Astronaut who traveled to space.
- Albert H. Roberts: A former Governor of Tennessee, who played an important role in the state's history.
- Roy Roberts: A talented Blues artist known for his music.
See also
In Spanish: Livingston (Tennessee) para niños
