Humboldt, Tennessee
City · Population 7,852 · #74 in Tennessee
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About Humboldt
Humboldt, TN is a close-knit town located in western Tennessee, home to 7,852 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Humboldt holds the status of an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 10.38 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 756 residents per square mile.
📰 Humboldt News Today
- 2 adults, 1 juvenile shot in Humboldt, police confirm wbbjtv.com · Aug 17
- Nancy Mae Gray Obituary | Baskerville Funeral Home | Humboldt, TN Tribute Archive · Aug 16
- Humboldt, TN to consider removing Confederate statue WREG.com · Jul 13
- Michael L. Wynne Obituary (1960 - 2026) - Humboldt, TN - WMC Legacy obituary · Aug 12
- Reinhausen to Expand Production Facility in Gibson County Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development · May 12
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Humboldt Unique
- One of 7 places in the US named Humboldt — but the Tennessee one has a character all its own.
- Positioned in western Tennessee, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Tennessee — one of 504 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 7,852.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 6 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Humboldt
- El Palenque Mexican Restaurant — mexican
- Milano's Pizza — pizza
- Toyami Steakhouse — japanese
- Wall Street Grill
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Humboldt
- Bailey Park reviews ★
- Downtown Mini Park reviews ★
- Mary Ann Carter Park reviews ★
- Old Baseball Field Park reviews ★
- Spangler Park reviews ★
- Viking Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Humboldt
- East Elementary School
- Humboldt Junior/Senior High School
- Stigall Primary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateTennessee
TypeCity
Population (2024)7,852
Rank in state#74 of 345
Land area10.38 sq mi
Density756/sq mi
Coordinates35.8274, -88.9045