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Murfreesboro Tennessee Map

Explore Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro, Tennessee

How to Use This Murfreesboro, Tennessee Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Murfreesboro, 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 Murfreesboro.

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	Murfreesboro
State	Tennessee (TN)
County	Rutherford County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	35.853915
Longitude	-86.421224
Population	152,769
Density	937.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	37130, 37132, 37127, 37128, 37129
Area Code	615
County Seat	Murfreesboro
School District	Murfreesboro City School District

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About Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Murfreesboro is a locality in Rutherford County, Tennessee, United States. With a population of 152,769, Murfreesboro is a major urban centre in Tennessee. The population density is 937.9 people per km². Murfreesboro is located at 35.8539°N, 86.4212°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Murfreesboro is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 37130, 37132, 37127.

Murfreesboro occupies a broad expanse of Middle Tennessee, defined by the gentle, persistent movement of Lytle Creek as it winds through the limestone-rich terrain. It lies 11.9 miles southeast of Smyrna, TN (from Smyrna, TN: bearing 143°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north of Christiana. The landscape is characterized by flat, fertile plains that transition into the soft, undulating topography typical of the central basin, far removed from the distant, hazy silhouettes of the Appalachian Mountains. Within the urban grid, the Murfree Springs Refuge provides a quiet sanctuary for local flora and fauna, grounding the development in the natural hydrology of the region. As dusk settles over the fields, the quality of light takes on a pale, amber clarity that illuminates the karst features hidden just beneath the surface of the soil.

Murfreesboro emerged in the early nineteenth century as a central hub for the burgeoning frontier, eventually serving briefly as the state capital before the seat of government moved permanently to Nashville. The founding of the locality was deeply influenced by its position at the intersection of early trade routes, allowing it to grow from a modest settlement into a pivotal point for transit and agriculture. Decades of transformation have layered the history of the place, where remnants of nineteenth-century architecture stand as quiet witnesses to the shifts in regional power and identity. This historical lineage persists, visible in the older, brick-lined corridors that anchor the modern expansion of Murfreesboro against the backdrop of its agrarian origins.

Economic activity in Murfreesboro thrives on a diverse foundation of manufacturing, healthcare, and retail, supported by a robust infrastructure that connects the locality to broader regional markets. Middle Tennessee State University stands as a primary engine for growth, fostering a spirit of academic inquiry and professional development that permeates the workforce. Nearby, Todds Lake provides a point of repose for residents, while the proximity to the Cedars of Lebanon State Forest offers a glimpse into the resilient, diverse woodland ecosystems that once dominated this entire corridor. The steady expansion of industry and education ensures that Murfreesboro remains a kinetic environment, balancing the demands of a growing population with the practical necessities of a modern, inland economy.

Culture in Murfreesboro is defined by the vibrant energy of collegiate athletics and a calendar marked by community-centered festivals that celebrate the local heritage. Residents often gather for events that highlight the artistic output of the region, while the influence of the nearby music centers brings a constant, rhythmic undercurrent to daily life. Though the horizon is largely defined by open skies rather than peaks, the presence of Douglas Hollow provides a reminder of the varied, recessed geography that shapes the surrounding rural character. Famous figures such as James K. Polk, the eleventh President of the United States, remain historically linked to the development of the region, cementing the status of Murfreesboro as a place where the weight of national history rests lightly upon the shoulders of a contemporary, forward-looking populace.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Rutherford County Courthouse (Landmark) — 2.6 mi, 104° E
Murfreesboro City Hall (Landmark) — 2.6 mi, 104° E
Discovery Center at Murfree Spring (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 100° E
The Batey-Hemlock House (Historic Site) — 2.7 mi, 110° E
Oaklands Mansion (Historic Site) — 2.8 mi, 110° E
Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 2.8 mi, 099° E
Cannonsburgh Village (Historic Site) — 3.0 mi, 107° E
Old Fort Park (Nature Reserve) — 3.2 mi, 105° E
Stones River National Battlefield (Historic Site) — 3.8 mi, 089° E
Barfield Crescent Park (Nature Reserve) — 5.6 mi, 115° SE
AMC Stones River 9 (Cinema) — 0.4 mi, 153° SE
Old Fort Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 104° E
Fortress Rosecrans (Historic Castle / Fort) — 0.5 mi, 097° E
Board and Brush (Arts Centre) — 0.6 mi, 024° NE
Redoubt Brannan (Fortress Rosecrans) (Viewpoint) — 0.7 mi, 062° NE
GO USA Fun Park (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 252° W
Bark Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 014° N
General Bragg Headquarters (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 007° N
Michigan Historic Marker (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 328° NW
Murfreesboro Art League (Gallery) — 1.5 mi, 117° SE
Hazen's Brigade Monument (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 348° N
Thomas Kinkade Art Gallery (Gallery) — 1.6 mi, 289° W
Toll Site (Historic Ruins) — 1.7 mi, 343° N
Church Street Gallery (Gallery) — 1.8 mi, 107° E
Murfree Springs Refuge (State Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 119° SE
Murfee Springs Wetland (Local Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 119° SE
Mcknight Park (Local Recreation) — 2.8 mi, 050° NE
Richard Siegel Park (Local Recreation) — 4.8 mi, 017° N
J. Percy Priest Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 5.1 mi, 339° N
Percy Priest Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.2 mi, 337° NW

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