Dayton Tennessee Map

About Dayton, Tennessee

Dayton is a locality in Rhea County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,625. The population density is 326.5 people per km². Dayton is located at 35.4940°N, 85.0125°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 37321.

Dayton rests in the embrace of Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, a landscape where rolling hills give way to steeper inclines, cloaked in a verdant tapestry of deciduous forests. It lies 7.0 miles south-south-west of Rhea, TN (from Rhea, TN: bearing 194°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north-east of Sale Creek. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries the damp, earthy scent of loam and the faint sweetness of pine, a fragrance that clings to the very stones of the old buildings. The plateau's edge, a dramatic geological feature, forms a constant backdrop, its shadowed ridges and sun-drenched slopes dictating the flow of clouds and the direction of the wind. Streams, born from springs hidden deep within the wooded ravines, carve their way through the terrain, their waters cool and clear, reflecting the dappled sunlight filtering through the dense canopy. The character of Dayton itself is one of quiet resilience, a place where the land’s enduring presence shapes the lives of its inhabitants, fostering a connection to the natural world that is both practical and profound. The history of Dayton is inextricably linked to the rich mineral deposits that once fueled its economy, with coal mining playing a pivotal role in its development, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy brick structures and a deep-seated understanding of hard work. This industrious past has given way to a more diversified local economy, where agriculture still holds sway, with farms dotting the surrounding countryside, yielding crops that are a testament to the fertile soil. The town also remembers its place in a significant moment of American cultural history, a landmark event that drew the nation’s attention and sparked debates that continue to resonate. Today, Dayton embodies a spirit of community that values its heritage while looking forward, a place where the echoes of its past are heard in the gentle hum of daily life, a quiet counterpoint to the enduring majesty of the plateau.

About This Dayton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Dayton, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.493959, -85.012454. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Dayton and Rhea County.

Detailed location data for Dayton includes the ZIP code (37321), telephone area code (615), county seat of Rhea County (Dayton), and school district assignment (Dayton City Elementary School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Dayton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.