Knoxville
A community guide to Knoxville in Tennessee, the United States.
- Population
- 190,740 residents
- Region
- Tennessee
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 35.9606, -83.9207
Economy and services
The economy of Knoxville reflects a diversified urban economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Tennessee. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Tennessee and the United States. Businesses based in Knoxville draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Climate
The climate at Knoxville is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 35.96 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Knoxville experience. Visitors planning a trip to Knoxville should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Getting there
Reaching Knoxville typically involves the regional road network of Tennessee or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Knoxville to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Tennessee. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Knoxville.