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Mt. Juliet, Tennessee
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City Between The Lakes
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Location of Mt. Juliet in Wilson County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Tennessee | ||
| County | Wilson | ||
| Incorporated | 1972 | ||
| Named for | Mount Juliet Estate (County Kilkenny, Ireland) | ||
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| • Type | Commission-City Manager | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 26.08 sq mi (67.54 km2) | ||
| • Land | 25.76 sq mi (66.71 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.32 sq mi (0.83 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 683 ft (208 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 39,289 | ||
| • Density | 1,525.37/sq mi (588.96/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
37121 (P.O. boxes)
37122 (gen. delivery) 37138 (northwestern gen. delivery) |
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| Area code(s) | 615, 629 | ||
| FIPS code | 47-50780 | ||
| Website | www.mtjuliet-tn.gov | ||
Mt. Juliet, also called Mount Juliet, is a city in Wilson County, Tennessee, USA. It's a suburb of Nashville, about 17 miles (27 km) east of the city center. Mt. Juliet is mostly found between two big roads: Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 70.
In 2020, Mt. Juliet had about 39,289 people living there. This makes it the largest city in Wilson County. The city's official name is "Mt. Juliet," but the United States Postal Service uses "Mount Juliet."
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History of Mt. Juliet
Mt. Juliet was first created in 1835. It officially became a city in 1972. There are two main ideas about how the city got its name.
How Mt. Juliet Got Its Name
One idea is that the town was named after Julia Gleaves. She was known for helping people in need in the community. The more common story is that Mt. Juliet is named after the Mount Juliet Estate. This is a large manor house in County Kilkenny, Ireland. Mt. Juliet is the only city in the United States with this name.
Geography and Lakes
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Mt. Juliet is located at 36°12'10" North and 86°30'49" West.
Area and Water
The city covers about 16.6 square miles (43 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 16.2 square miles (42 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.3 square miles (0.8 square kilometers), is water. This means about 2% of the city's total area is water. Recent additions of land have made the city's area grow to about 21.78 square miles (56.4 square kilometers).
The City Between The Lakes
Mt. Juliet's official slogan is "The City Between The Lakes." This name comes from its location near two large man-made lakes. To the north, you'll find Old Hickory Lake, which is part of the Cumberland River. To the south, there's Percy Priest Lake, which is part of the Stones River.
Population Growth
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 2,879 | — | |
| 1990 | 5,389 | 87.2% | |
| 2000 | 12,366 | 129.5% | |
| 2010 | 23,671 | 91.4% | |
| 2020 | 39,289 | 66.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 42,548 | 79.7% | |
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Mt. Juliet has been called the "fastest-growing city in Tennessee." This was true for cities with over 10,000 people between 2000 and 2015. More recently, other cities like Thompsons Station and Spring Hill have grown even faster.
People in Mt. Juliet (2020)
In 2020, there were 39,289 people living in Mt. Juliet. There were 11,969 households and 9,412 families.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 29,711 | 75.62% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 3,188 | 8.11% |
| Native American | 96 | 0.24% |
| Asian | 2,008 | 5.11% |
| Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.03% |
| Other/Mixed | 1,868 | 4.75% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,406 | 6.12% |
People in Mt. Juliet (2010)
In 2010, Mt. Juliet had 23,671 people. About 87% were White, 6.7% were Black or African American, and 2.5% were Asian. People of Hispanic or Latino backgrounds made up about 3.3% of the population.
The average household had 2.75 people. The average family had 3.13 people. About 28.7% of the population was under 18 years old. About 8.75% were 65 years or older. The median age was 35.7 years.
Education in Mt. Juliet
Public schools in Mt. Juliet are managed by the Wilson County School District.
Elementary Schools
Several elementary schools serve Mt. Juliet. These include Mt. Juliet Elementary, Elzie D. Patton Elementary, W. A. Wright Elementary, Lakeview Elementary, and Rutland Elementary. Rutland Elementary serves areas south of Interstate 40.
Middle Schools
Middle schools in Mt. Juliet are Mt. Juliet Middle School, West Wilson Middle School, and Gladeville Middle School. Gladeville Middle School serves areas south of I-40.
High Schools
Most students in Mt. Juliet attend Mt. Juliet High School. Some parts of the city in the northwest go to Green Hill High School. Areas south of I-40 are zoned for Wilson Central High School. There is also a private school called Mount Juliet Christian Academy.
Transportation Options
Mt. Juliet has important roads and public transport.
Roads
Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 70 (Lebanon Road) run through Mt. Juliet from east to west. State Route 171 (Mt Juliet Road) goes north to south. It connects US-70 to I-40 and continues towards Interstate 24. Interstate 40 has two exits within the city.
Train Service
Mt. Juliet is a stop on the WeGo Star commuter rail service. This train runs from Nashville to Lebanon. It also offers special trips for events like Tennessee Titans games and the Wilson County Fair.
Air Travel
For flying, Mt. Juliet is close to Nashville International Airport. It's about 9 miles (14 km) west of the city, easily reached by Interstate 40.
City Services and Parks
The City of Mt. Juliet provides many services for its residents.
Public Safety
The city has its own police department. It also has a professional Fire Department (FDMJ). The FDMJ provides fire protection and emergency medical services (EMS) from three stations. One station is on Belinda Parkway, another on Hill Street, and a third near Green Hill High School. The police station is located near Charlie Daniels Park. In 2008, the Mt. Juliet Police Department opened an animal shelter.
Parks and Sports
Mt. Juliet has been expanding its park system. Recently, 57 acres were added to the parks. An 8-acre area was also set aside for youth soccer. Youth sports are run by private non-profit groups. These include Mt. Juliet League, Inc. for baseball and softball, Mt. Juliet Youth Sports Association for football and cheerleading, and West Wilson Basketball Association for basketball.
Famous People from Mt. Juliet
Many talented people have connections to Mt. Juliet.
Athletes and Performers
- Nate Bargatze, a well-known comedian
- Muriel Bevis, an athlete
- Levi Brown, a professional football player
- Alysha Clark, a professional basketball player
- Bobby Hamilton, a NASCAR driver
- Michael Jasper, a professional football player
- Chase Montgomery, a NASCAR driver
- Don Ray, a professional basketball player
- Sammy Sanders, a NASCAR driver
- Barry Wilmore, an astronaut
Musicians
Mt. Juliet has been home to many famous musicians:
- Adrian Belew
- Owen Bradley
- Charlie Daniels
- Sid Harkreader
- Chloe Kohanski
- Erika Jo
- Tracy Lawrence
- Loretta Lynn
- Collin Raye
- Leon Russell
- David P. Sartor
- Leroy Van Dyke
- Darryl Worley
- Johnnie Wright
- Guy Clark
See also
In Spanish: Mount Juliet para niños
