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Maryville, TN

Maryville is a city in and the county seat of Blount County, Tennessee. Its population was 31,907 at the 2020 census.

When the first European explorers arrived in the area, they found the Great Indian Warpath, which ran along the route where the modern US-411 had been built. The trail was long used by the indigenous peoples of the area. A historic Cherokee village known as "Elajay" was situated at the confluence of Ellejoy Creek (named after the village) and the Little River. Its site was near the modern Heritage High School. Ensign Henry Timberlake passed through the village in 1762 while returning from his expedition to the Overhill villages to the west. He reported that it had been abandoned.

In 1785, Revolutionary War veteran John Craig built a wooden palisade enclosing cabins at what is known as Fort Craig (or Craig's Station) in present-day Maryville. Such stations were built throughout the frontier to defend settlers against attacks from the Cherokee. For example, "on April 11, 1793, when settlers believed Indian attacks were imminent, 280 men, women, and children gathered in small huts at John Craig's station on Nine Mile Creek."[

Craig donated 50 acres (20 ha) next to his fort for the founding of a new town. Incorporated as a city on July 11, 1795, the settlement was named in honor of Mary Grainger Blount, wife of the territorial governor William Blount. Blount County was named after him.

The family of Sam Houston moved to Maryville from Virginia in 1808, when Houston was 15. His older brothers put him to work as a clerk in a store they established in town, but he ran away. Houston lived for a few years with the Cherokee at Hiwassee Island, on the Hiwassee River, where he became fluent in their language and appreciative of their culture. After his return to Maryville in about 1811, Houston started a one-room schoolhouse. He signed up for the army during the War of 1812 and rose rapidly in rank, beginning his military and political career. The schoolhouse still stands just off US-411 near the community of Wildwood.

Maryville is located in north-central Blount County in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Chilhowee Mountain, the outermost ridge of the Western Smokies, rises prominently to the south. Chilhowee's eastern flank— known locally as "The Three Sisters"— is visible from almost anywhere in the city, and dominates the southern horizon along US-321 between Maryville and Walland. Maryville is bordered on the north by Maryville's twin city, Alcoa. A number of small suburbs— including Wildwood, Ellejoy, and Clover Hill— surround Maryville to the east and west.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.8 square miles (43.5 km²), all land.

Maryville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Blount Memorial Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. National Fitness Center provides a variety of fitness classes and state-of-the-art equipment for all fitness levels. Maryville-Alcoa Greenway offers scenic trails perfect for walking, running, and cycling. The Yoga Mix provides a heated environment for practicing yoga and enhancing flexibility.  Pure Balance offers pilates classes that focus on core strength and overall body conditioning. Blount Memorial Wellness Center provides a comprehensive wellness program, including fitness classes and personal training. 

Top sites in Maryville, TN are Sam Houston Historic Schoolhouse, Blount County Historical Museum, and Bicentennial Greenbelt Park.

Population: 32,373 (2024). ZIP code: 37803. Area code: 865. Elevation: 981 ft (299 m). Area:16.8 square miles (43.5 km²).

FAQs

Is Maryville, TN a city or town?

Maryville is a city in and the county seat of Blount County, Tennessee. Its population was 31,907 at the 2020 census. Maryville is located in north-central Blount County in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Chilhowee Mountain, the outermost ridge of the Western Smokies, rises prominently to the south. Chilhowee's eastern flank— known locally as "The Three Sisters"— is visible from almost anywhere in the city, and dominates the southern horizon along US-321 between Maryville and Walland.

Is Maryville, TN expensive?

The cost of living in Maryville, TN is 3% lower than the state average and 13% lower than the national average. Maryville, TN housing is 25% cheaper than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 7% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 11% less in Maryville, TN than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 11% less. Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 12% less here compared to the U.S. average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 11% cheaper in Maryville, TN.

What is the crime rate in Maryville, TN?

Maryville has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Maryville is 1 in 92. Maryville's crime rate is lower than approximately 49% of Tennessee communities. However, compared to other communities of similar population size, Maryville has a crime rate that is noticeably lower than the average.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Maryville

Neighborhood Scout

Rentcafe

Sam Houston Historic Schoolhouse

Blount County Historical Museum

Bicentennial Greenbelt Park

Blount Memorial Hospital

Planet Fitness

National Fitness Center

Maryville-Alcoa Greenway

The Yoga Mix

Pure Balance

Blount Memorial Wellness Center

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