New Market, Tennessee facts for kids
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New Market
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New Market City Hall
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Location of New Market in Jefferson County, Tennessee
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Jefferson |
| Settled | 1788 |
| Incorporated | 1911 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.23 sq mi (10.96 km2) |
| • Land | 4.23 sq mi (10.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,073 ft (327 m) |
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| • Total | 1,349 |
| • Density | 318.69/sq mi (123.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
37820
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| Area code(s) | 865 |
| FIPS code | 47-52940 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1295602 |
New Market is a small town located in Jefferson County, Tennessee, in the United States. It's part of the larger Morristown metropolitan area. In 2020, about 1,349 people lived there.
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History of New Market
On September 24, 1904, a serious train accident happened near New Market. Two passenger trains crashed into each other. Many people died, but the exact number is not known. Different reports say between 54 and 113 people lost their lives.
New Market has many old and important buildings. One of these is the New Market Presbyterian Church. It was built in 1885 and is a very old landmark. In 1998, this church was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized as a special historical site.
In 1977, New Market officially became a town again. This happened because people in New Market were worried that Jefferson City might try to take over their area. By becoming a town, New Market could stay independent.
Today, New Market is home to the Highlander Research and Education Center. This center works on social justice and environmental issues.
Geography of New Market
New Market is found in the western part of Jefferson County. Its exact location is 36°6′6″N 83°32′59″W / 36.10167°N 83.54972°W. The town is next to Jefferson City on its eastern side.
U.S. Route 11E, also known as Andrew Johnson Highway, runs through New Market. This road can take you about 3 miles (4.8 km) northeast to Jefferson City. If you go further, it's about 19 miles (31 km) to Morristown. If you head southwest, it's about 24 miles (39 km) to Knoxville.
The United States Census Bureau says that New Market covers a total area of about 4.1 square miles (10.7 km²). All of this area is land. The town is located in a valley where a stream called Lost Creek flows. Lost Creek eventually flows into the Holston River.
People of New Market
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 354 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,216 | — | |
| 1990 | 1,086 | −10.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,234 | 13.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,334 | 8.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,349 | 1.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 1,383 | 3.7% | |
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New Market's Population in 2020
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 1,165 | 86.36% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 31 | 2.3% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.37% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.22% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.07% |
| Other/Mixed | 68 | 5.04% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 76 | 5.63% |
The 2020 United States census showed that 1,349 people lived in New Market. There were 568 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Out of these, 410 were families.
Famous People from New Market
- Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849–1924) was a famous English-American writer. She is best known for her wonderful children's books. Some of her most famous stories include The Secret Garden, A Little Princess, and Little Lord Fauntleroy. She lived in New Market when she was younger.
- John Casper Branner (1850–1922) was a geologist and a university professor. He was born in New Market and lived there until he was two years old. Geologists study the Earth's rocks and land.
See also
In Spanish: New Market (Tennessee) para niños
