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Mount Juliet, TN

Mt. Juliet is a city located in western Wilson County, Tennessee, United States. A suburb of Nashville, it is approximately 17 miles (27 km) east of downtown Nashville. Mt. Juliet is located mostly between two major national east-west routes, Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 70. As of the 2020 United States Census, Mount Juliet has a population of approximately 39,289 people. Mt. Juliet is the largest city in Wilson County. The official city charter has the name listed as Mt. Juliet; however, the United States Postal Service lists its name as Mount Juliet.

Mt. Juliet was formed in 1835 and incorporated as a city in 1972. The most widely accepted theory regarding the naming of the town is that it is named for the Mount Juliet Estate, a manor house in County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is the only U.S. city with this name.

In the early morning hours of March 3, 2020, Mt. Juliet was struck by an EF3 tornado that destroyed hundreds of homes, along with West Wilson Middle School and Stoner Creek Elementary. Five people were killed by the tornado, three of which were in Mt. Juliet.

Mt. Juliet is located at 36°12'10" North, 86°30'49" West (36.202654, -86.513583). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.6 square miles (43 km²), of which 16.2 square miles (42 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²) is water. The total area is 1.99% water. Recent annexations along the east side of South Rutland Road as well as a land swap with the City of Lebanon for the Bel Air at Beckwith project (southeast quadrant of I-40/Beckwith Road interchange) have increased the city's geographical area to approximately 21.78 square miles (56.4 km²).

Mt. Juliet is located between Old Hickory Lake to its north and Percy Priest Lake to its south, both of which are man-made reservoirs.

Health and wellness are prioritized in Mount Juliet, evident in the presence of facilities and programs dedicated to residents' well-being. Mount Juliet Parks and Recreation provides a hub for fitness and community activities, offering a variety of exercise classes, sports, and wellness programs. TriStar Summit Medical Center and Vanderbilt University Medical Center offer 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. Hotworx offers yoga classes in a heated environment to enhance flexibility and detoxification. Urban Air Adventure Park is perfect for an active day of trampoline jumping and obstacle courses. The Beauty Room offers a range of relaxing spa treatments and beauty services. Jazzercise Mount Juliet combines dance, strength, and resistance training for a fun workout

Top sites in Mount Juliet, TN are Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, Charlie Daniels Park, Cedar Creek Sports Center. 

Population: 44,066 (2024). ZIP codes: 37121, 37122, 37138. Area codes: 615, 629. Elevation: 683 ft (208 m). Area: Area: 26.08 mi².

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Is Mt. Juliet, TN expensive?

Mount Juliet, Tennessee's cost of living is 17% lower than the national average. Mount Juliet's housing expenses are 29% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 11% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 9% lower than the national average. Mount Juliet has grocery prices that are 2% lower than the national average. Healthcare in Mount Juliet is 9% lower than the national average.

Does Mt Juliet, TN have a downtown?

Downtown Mount Juliet, Tennessee is a vibrant and charming area located in the heart of the city. It's conveniently close to the famous Interstate 40, providing easy access to neighboring cities. The downtown area features a wonderful array of shops, eateries, and entertainment venues, offering something for everyone. Furthermore, it hosts several community events throughout the year which adds to the community spirit.

What is the crime rate in Mt Juliet, TN?

Mount Juliet has an overall crime rate of 10 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 Mount Juliet is 1 in 102. However, compared to other communities of similar population sizes, Mount Juliet has a crime rate that is noticeably lower than the average. This means that for comparably sized cities all across America, Mount Juliet is safer than most according to NeighborhoodScout's exclusive analysis of FBI crime data.

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Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage

Charlie Daniels Park

Cedar Creek Sports Center

Mount Juliet Parks and Recreation

TriStar Summit Medical Center

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Planet Fitness

Hotworx

Urban Air Adventure Park

The Beauty Room

Jazzercise Mount Juliet

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