Winchester, Franklin County
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| City | Winchester |
| State | Tennessee (TN) |
| County | Franklin |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 35.185916 |
| Longitude | -86.112207 |
| Population | 9,799 |
| Density | 327.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 37688, 37398 |
| Area Code | 731, 615 |
| County Seat | Winchester |
| School District | Franklin County School District |
Winchester is a locality in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,799. The population density is 327.0 people per km². Winchester is located at 35.1859°N, 86.1122°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 37398.
Winchester unfurls itself across the rolling terrain of southern Tennessee, a landscape shaped by the slow, persistent work of water over eons. It lies 19.1 miles south of Coffee, TN (from Coffee, TN: bearing 190°T), and is situated 2.5 miles south-west of Decherd. Here, the Cumberland Plateau’s foothills begin their descent, their forested slopes a deep, verdant green that softens with distance. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries the earthy scent of damp soil and pine, a fragrance that seems to cling to the very stones of the older buildings. The Duck River, a vital artery in this part of the state, snakes its way through the region, its waters glinting like mercury under the often-bright sun, reflecting the broad, open sky that stretches above. The character of Winchester is one of quiet resilience, a place where the land dictates the pace, and the rhythm of life is as steady and predictable as the turning of the seasons. The history of Winchester is deeply intertwined with the fertile soil and the abundant water that define its setting. Settled in the early 19th century, its economy has long been rooted in agriculture, with fields of corn and soybeans stretching across the gentler slopes, and cattle grazing on pastures that follow the natural contours of the land. The presence of the Duck River not only shaped the geography but also fueled early industries, with mills once harnessing its power. Today, while agriculture remains a cornerstone, Winchester has diversified, with light manufacturing and service industries contributing to its steady, unhurried pulse. The town square, with its historic courthouse, serves as the heart of Winchester, a place where generations have gathered, and the echoes of past conversations seem to linger in the shade of the mature oak trees.
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Detailed location data for Winchester includes the ZIP code (37688), telephone area code (731, 615), county seat of Franklin County (Winchester), and school district assignment (Franklin 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 Winchester is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |