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Dyersburg is a city and the county seat of Dyer County, Tennessee, United States. It is located in northwest Tennessee, 79 miles (127 km) northeast of Memphis on the Forked Deer River. The population was 16,164 at the 2020 census, down 5.72% from the 2010 census.                

The lands encompassing Dyersburg were originally inhabited by the Chickasaw people. As westward expansion continued, the Chickasaw Nation relinquished its claims to West Tennessee through a series of treaties, culminating in the final agreement signed in 1818. Following this, European settlers began arriving in the area around 1819.

In 1823, the Tennessee General Assembly established two new counties immediately west of the Tennessee River, Dyer County being one of them. John McIver and Joel H. Dyer donated 60 acres (240,000 m²) for the new county seat, aptly named Dyersburg, at a central location within the county known as "McIver's Bluff". Dyer surveyed the town in 1825, laying out 86 lots. The county (and county seat) was named for Joel Dyer's father, Colonel Robert Henry Dyer. Col. Dyer served as the first postmaster of Dyersburg and sat on its first chancery court. The first courthouse was constructed on the square in 1827, while the current Classical Revival-style courthouse, designed by Asa Biggs in 1911, remains a centerpiece of the downtown historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Dyersburg is located in central Dyer County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.5 square miles (45.2 km²), of which 17.3 square miles (44.9 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km²), or 0.66%, is water. Dyersburg is located on the Forked Deer River and is 13 mi (21 km) from the Mississippi River.

The city's proximity to the New Madrid Seismic Zone places it at risk for future earthquakes. USGS data shows an 18.28% chance of a major earthquake within 31 miles (50 km) of Dyersburg within the next 50 years. The largest earthquake within 30 miles (48 km) of Dyersburg was a 4.0-magnitude event in 2005.

Dyersburg places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Dyersburg Regional Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Start your fitness journey at Planet Fitness for a range of exercise classes and personal training. Anytime Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs, including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. The YMCA of Dyer County provides a family-friendly environment with swimming, sports, and wellness programs. For a relaxing retreat, visit Green Valley Ranch Spa and enjoy their massage and spa treatments. Finally, visit Elite Chiropractic and Wellness for chiropractic care and wellness advice.

Top sites in Dyersburg, TN are Okeena Park, Dyersburg Dog Park, and Dyersburg Municipal Golf Course.

Population: 15,915 (2024). ZIP codes: 38024-38025. Area code: 731. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Area: 17.43 sq mi (45.15 km²).  

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What are the demographics of Dyersburg, TN?

Dyersburg is a city located in Dyer County Tennessee. Dyersburg has a 2024 population of 15,794. It is also the county seat of Dyer County. Dyersburg is currently declining at a rate of -0.51% annually and its population has decreased by -2.02% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 16,120 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Dyersburg was: White: 68.74%, Black or African American: 24.35%, Two or more races: 5.63%, Other race: 0.58%, Asian: 0.57%, Native American: 0.12%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

What county is Dyersburg, TN?

Dyersburg is a city and the county seat of Dyer County, Tennessee, United States. It is located in northwest Tennessee, 79 miles (127 km) northeast of Memphis on the Forked Deer River. The population was 16,164 at the 2020 census, down 5.72% from the 2010 census. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.5 square miles (45.2 km²), of which 17.3 square miles (44.9 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km²), or 0.66%, is water.

Is Dyersburg, TN a good place to live?

Dyersburg is in Dyer County. Living in Dyersburg offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Dyersburg and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Dyersburg are highly rated.

Sources

City of Dyersburg

Wikipedia

Niche

World Population Review

Okeena Park

Dyersburg Dog Park

Dyersburg Municipal Golf Course

Dyersburg Regional Medical Center

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

YMCA of Dyer County

Green Valley Ranch Spa

Elite Chiropractic and Wellness

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