Sneedville, Tennessee facts for kids
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Sneedville
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Main Street (TN-33) in Sneedville
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Overhome
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Location of Sneedville in Hancock County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Hancock |
| Settled | 1790s |
| Incorporated | 1850 |
| Named for | William Henry Sneed |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.30 sq mi (5.95 km2) |
| • Land | 2.30 sq mi (5.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,171 ft (357 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,282 |
| • Density | 558.12/sq mi (215.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
37869
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| Area code(s) | 423 |
| FIPS code | 47-69460 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1303706 |
Sneedville is a small city in Tennessee, United States. It is the only city in Hancock County and serves as its county seat. In 2020, about 1,282 people lived there.
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History of Sneedville
People started settling in the Sneedville area in the 1790s. This was after the American Revolutionary War. Many families moved here from Virginia and North Carolina.
Some of these early settlers were a group known as Melungeons. They were a mix of European, African, and a smaller amount of Native American heritage.
When Hancock County was created in the 1840s, the town was first called Greasy Rock. Later, its name was changed to Sneedville. It was named after William Henry Sneed, a lawyer from Knoxville. He helped defend the new county in court when some people tried to stop it from being formed.
Geography of Sneedville
Sneedville is located in a beautiful area of Tennessee. The city covers about 2.3 square miles (5.95 square kilometers) of land. The Clinch River flows right through the city.
Sneedville's Climate
Sneedville has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. It's a typical climate for Tennessee. Plants in this area can grow well in what is called plant hardiness zone 6b.
Population of Sneedville
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 177 | — | |
| 1880 | 157 | −11.3% | |
| 1890 | 156 | −0.6% | |
| 1960 | 799 | — | |
| 1970 | 874 | 9.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,110 | 27.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,446 | 30.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,257 | −13.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,387 | 10.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,282 | −7.6% | |
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What the Census Shows
The 2020 United States census counted 1,282 people living in Sneedville. Most residents were White (about 93.5%). There were also smaller groups of Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races. About 0.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In the 2010 United States Census, there were 1,387 people. About 97.4% were White. Other groups included African American, Native American, Asian, and people of two or more races.
Arts and Culture in Sneedville
Museums and Local History
The Hancock County Tennessee Historical and Genealogical Society is a special group. It is located in the Old County Jail. This organization helps people learn about the community's past.
They have a small museum that shows what traditional mountain life was like. This includes how the Melungeons lived. The society also publishes a newsletter called Our Mountain Heritage.
Education in Sneedville
Sneedville is part of the Hancock County School District. The city has two main schools:
- Hancock County Middle/High School
- Hancock County Elementary School
Important Buildings and Services
Hancock County Hospital is located in Sneedville. It opened in 2005 and provides healthcare for the community.
Famous People from Sneedville
Sneedville is home to or has been home to several notable people:
- Doyle Lawson — a musician who lived here as a child.
- Jimmy Martin — a musician born in Sneedville, known as the "King of Bluegrass."
- Morgan Wallen — a very popular country music artist.
See also
In Spanish: Sneedville para niños
