Hamilton Tennessee Map

About Hamilton, Tennessee

Hamilton is a locality in Sullivan County, Tennessee, United States. With a population of 367,804, Hamilton is a major urban centre in Tennessee. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Hamilton is located at 36.4987°N, 82.2615°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 37402.

Hamilton unfolds its story in the rolling foothills of East Tennessee, a landscape shaped by the gentle contours of the Appalachian region. It lies 4.7 miles east of Sullivan, TN (from Sullivan, TN: bearing 85°T), and is situated 7.8 miles south-south-west of Bristol. The terrain here is a soft undulation of green, where the very air seems to carry the scent of damp earth and distant pine. Historically, this area was a crossroads, a place where early settlers navigated the rich valleys, drawn by the promise of fertile soil and the murmur of the South Holston River. The economy of Hamilton, like many in this part of the state, has often been tied to the land, its bounty and the industries that spring from it, a quiet persistence that echoes through the seasons. The light often falls with a particular softness here in the late afternoon, bathing the fields in a warm, honeyed glow that speaks of enduring cycles. The cultural character of Hamilton is one of quiet resilience and neighborly warmth, a reflection of its rural roots and the enduring spirit of its people. While Hamilton itself may not boast grand universities, it is part of a region rich in educational institutions, fostering a thirst for knowledge. The cultural heartbeat of Hamilton is often found in its local traditions and the simple pleasures of community gatherings, a rhythm that is both familiar and comforting. Though major sporting franchises might be distant, the passion for sports runs deep in the local communities surrounding Hamilton, often manifesting in spirited high school competitions and shared enthusiasm. Famous individuals associated with the broader region have often carried the unassuming strength and character forged in places like Hamilton, embodying a certain down-to-earth integrity that resonates widely.

About This Hamilton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hamilton, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.498714, -82.261524. 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 Hamilton and Sullivan County.

Detailed location data for Hamilton includes the ZIP code (37618), telephone area code (731, 615), county seat of Sullivan County (Blountville), and school district assignment. 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 Hamilton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.