Fairfield Glade Tennessee Map

About Fairfield Glade, Tennessee

Fairfield Glade is a locality in Cumberland County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,487. The population density is 153.6 people per km². Fairfield Glade is located at 36.0003°N, 84.8863°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 38558.

Fairfield Glade unfolds across a high plateau, a realm where the Cumberland Plateau's grand contours soften into a more intimate landscape. It lies 10.4 miles north-east of Cumberland, TN (from Cumberland, TN: bearing 48°T), and is situated 8.6 miles east-north-east of Crossville. Rolling hills, cloaked in the deep, verdant hush of mature forests, give way to open meadows that catch the sun like spilled gold. Ancient oaks and maples, their branches gnarled and wise, stand sentinel over a terrain punctuated by the subtle, almost imperceptible rise and fall of the land, a gentle undulation that belies the geological forces that shaped it. Here, the air itself seems to carry the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a clean, bracing perfume that invigorates the senses, especially in the hushed, amber light of late afternoon when shadows lengthen and deepen, painting the glades in hues of ochre and umber. The very character of Fairfield Glade is one of quiet, earthy grace, a place where nature’s slow artistry is on perpetual display. The history of Fairfield Glade is a narrative woven from threads of careful planning and a vision for a tranquil retirement haven, a concept that took root and flourished on this elevated ground. Originally conceived as a master-planned community, its development focused on preserving the natural beauty of the plateau while providing a comfortable and amenity-rich lifestyle for its residents. The local economy, while not driven by heavy industry, finds its sustenance in the services that cater to this unique demographic, from well-maintained golf courses and recreational facilities to the shops and eateries that serve the daily needs of its inhabitants. While there are no grand pronouncements of historical battles or industrial booms, the quiet prosperity of Fairfield Glade speaks to a different kind of success, one built on peaceful coexistence with the land and a dedication to a serene, unhurried existence.

About This Fairfield Glade Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairfield Glade, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.000348, -84.88634. 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 Fairfield Glade and Cumberland County.

Detailed location data for Fairfield Glade includes the ZIP code (38558), telephone area code (423), county seat of Cumberland County (Crossville), and school district assignment (Cumberland County 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 Fairfield Glade is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.