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Kingsport Tennessee Map

Explore Kingsport, Tennessee, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Kingsport, Tennessee

How to Use This Kingsport, Tennessee Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Kingsport, Tennessee. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Tennessee or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Kingsport.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Kingsport
State	Tennessee (TN)
County	Sullivan County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	36.519894
Longitude	-82.54464
Population	55,442
Density	407.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	37660, 37665, 37662, 37663, 37664
Area Code	731
County Seat	Blountville
School District	Kingsport City School District

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About Kingsport, Tennessee

Kingsport is a locality in Sullivan County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of 55,442. The population density is 407.0 people per km². Kingsport is located at 36.5199°N, 82.5446°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Kingsport is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 37660, 37665, 37662.

Kingsport anchors the upper reaches of the Tennessee landscape, defined by the winding passage of Reedy Creek as it carves a path through the regional terrain. It lies 5.8 miles east-southeast of Marshall, TN (from Marshall, TN: bearing 107°T), and is situated 4.7 miles west-southwest of Bloomingdale. The land here rises and falls in long, deliberate swells, creating a topography that feels both sturdy and expansive, with the distant horizon occasionally traced by the faint, jagged silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Within the immediate vicinity, Tranbarger Hollow offers a quiet dip in the earth, providing a natural contrast to the more level ground where the infrastructure of the settlement takes hold. The air often carries a crisp, cool weight, especially during the transition of seasons, and the light at dusk has a tendency to linger, turning the local foliage into deep shades of copper and violet before the stars emerge over Glen Bruce Park.

Early settlers were drawn to Kingsport by the convergence of vital waterways, recognizing the strategic value of a location that served as a natural crossroads for commerce and migration. The development of the area followed the rhythm of the frontier, evolving from a modest trading post into a structured hub of industry and civic ambition. Architects of its founding sought to balance the rugged requirements of a wilderness outpost with the refined aspirations of a growing society, laying out streets that follow the logic of the land rather than imposing an arbitrary grid upon it. This historical progression remains visible in the way the older districts retain their original character, preserving a sense of continuity that anchors the modern identity of Kingsport to its foundational roots.

Economic life in Kingsport relies heavily on a robust industrial legacy, supported by manufacturing sectors that have provided a steady pulse for generations. The infrastructure here is built to sustain this productivity, with well-maintained thoroughfares facilitating the movement of goods and people across the region. Educational opportunities are anchored by the presence of nearby university extensions and local vocational centers that provide training for the technical demands of the modern workforce. While the daily operations of the local economy remain grounded in practical industry, the proximity to Cherokee Lake and the occasional excursion to Monkey Falls offer a necessary reprieve, reminding those who work within the system of the quiet, natural persistence of the world outside the factory gates.

Cultural life in Kingsport finds its expression in the collective enthusiasm for regional sports and the shared traditions that mark the passing of the year. Residents often gather for major annual festivals that highlight the musical and culinary heritage of the Appalachian corridor, fostering a communal atmosphere that thrives in the open spaces of the local parks. While no massive professional stadiums dominate the skyline, the fervor for college athletics creates a vibrant, seasonal energy that ripples through the neighborhood taverns and living rooms alike. The character of the people is reflected in this blend of quiet industriousness and celebratory social life, a combination that defines the everyday experience of living in a place where the proximity to nature—from the banks of Reedy Creek to the serene waters of Cherokee Lake—is never forgotten.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Borden Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 008° N
Brickyard Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 326° NW
Kingsport Aquatic Center (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 244° SW
NCG Kingsport 11 (Cinema) — 1.5 mi, 066° NE
Suzanne Barrett Justis Fine Art (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 335° NW
Kingsport Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 2.1 mi, 340° N
Bays Mountain Park Designated State Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 278° W
Warriors Path (State Park) — 3.2 mi, 113° SE
Eagle Scout Dedication (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 182° S
Cliffside Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.7 mi, 256° W
Battle of Kingsport (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 299° NW
Anderson Block House Monument (Monument) — 6.3 mi, 016° N
Natural Tunnel State Park (State Park) — 15.8 mi, 316° NW
International Storytelling Center (Theatre) — 16.1 mi, 166° S
Junaluska (Public Artwork) — 16.1 mi, 146° SE
Jonesborough Repertory Theatre (Theatre) — 16.1 mi, 166° S
The Jackson Theatre (Cinema) — 16.1 mi, 166° S
Bristol Thunder Valley Dragway (Attraction) — 16.3 mi, 091° E
Jackson's Camp (Historic Ruins) — 16.6 mi, 082° E
The Wilderness Road Blockhouse (Historic Castle / Fort) — 17.1 mi, 321° NW
Johnson City Sign (Attraction) — 17.5 mi, 143° SE
Fischman Gallery (Gallery) — 17.6 mi, 143° SE
Downtown Square Breezeway (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 143° SE
Cherokee National Forest (National Forest) — 20.0 mi, 153° SE · 662k acres
Jefferson National Forest (National Forest) — 20.4 mi, 001° N · 733k acres
Sampson Mountain Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 25.6 mi, 178° S · 11k acres
Big Laurel Branch Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 26.2 mi, 117° SE · 11k acres

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