Thompson's Station, Tennessee

Thompson's Station is a town in Williamson County, Tennessee. The population was 2,194 at the 2010 Census, and was estimated 6,567 in 2019. Several locations in Thompson's Station listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places include the Jacob Critz House and the Thomas L. Critz House, Thompson's Station Bank, John Neely House, James P. Johnson House, Homestead Manor and James Giddens House.

Thompson's Station Caboose
Thompson's Station, Tennessee
Town
Thompson's Station Town Hall
Location of Thompson's Station in Williamson County, Tennessee.
Thompson's Station, Tennessee
Location within the state of Tennessee
Coordinates: 35°47′55″N 86°54′26″W
CountryUnited States
StateTennessee
CountyWilliamson
Settled1780[1]
Incorporated1990[2]
Named forDr. Elijah Thompson, early settler[1]
Government
 • MayorCorey Napier
Area
 • Total20.36 sq mi (52.73 km2)
 • Land20.35 sq mi (52.70 km2)
 • Water0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2)
Elevation
801 ft (244 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total2,194
 • Estimate 
(2019)[4]
6,567
 • Density322.77/sq mi (124.62/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
37179
Area code(s)615
FIPS code47-73900[5]
GNIS feature ID1652469[6]
Websitethompsons-station.com

History

The first settlers arrived in what is now Thompson's Station in the late 18th century. The community was originally known as "White House," but changed its name to "Littlebury" in 1836.[1] After the arrival of the railroad in 1855, Dr. Elijah Thompson donated land for a town and train station, and the community was thus renamed for him.[1]

On March 5, 1863, during the Civil War, the Battle of Thompson's Station was fought, with Confederate forces led by General Earl Van Dorn defeating Union forces under Colonel John Coburn.[1]

Geography

Thompson's Station is located at 35°47′55″N 86°54′26″W (35.798670, -86.907341).[7] It is approximately 25 miles south of Nashville, just south of Franklin, and just north of Spring Hill.

The Town includes several parks:[8]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 21.6 square miles (56 km2).

Government

The community voted to incorporate in August 1990 with resident David Lee Coleman chosen as the first mayor. The community elects 4 at-large aldermen and mayor who meet monthly at Board of Mayor and Aldermen meetings. 2 aldermen are elected every two years with the mayor elected every four years.[9]

In early 2015, the Town embarked on a city planning process to update the Zoning regulations. After gathering public input, the Town worked with planning consultants to create the Land Development Ordinance that went on to receive the Driehaus Award's Honorable Mention for form-based code in 2016. [10]

Demographics
Historical population
CensusPop.%±
1880135—
20001,283—
20102,19471.0%
Est. 20196,567[4]199.3%
Sources:[11][12]

As of the census[5] of 2000, there were 1,283 people, 447 households, and 375 families residing in the town. The population density was 87.2 people per square mile (33.7/km²). There were 473 housing units at an average density of 32.2 per square mile (12.4/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 91.19% White, 7.01% African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.55% Asian, 0.62% from other races, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.57% of the population.

Thompson's Station United Methodist Church

There were 447 households out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.2% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.9% were non-families. 14.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.87 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the town, the population was spread out with 26.8% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 26.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $66,875, and the median income for a family was $70,568. Males had a median income of $50,337 versus $31,528 for females. The per capita income for the town was $24,143. About 4.1% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 12.6% of those age 65 or over.

A special census was taken by the Town in November, 2013 and the new census of 2,681 residents was certified by the State of Tennessee on June 30, 2014. No demographic data was obtained in this census. Due to quick growth, another special census was taken in October 2016 with a newly certified population of 4,726.[13]

Economy

Thompson's Station has historically been a residential community, but growth in recent years has made the area more attractive to larger businesses. The Mars Regional Innovation Center was built off Columbia Pk and State Route 840 in late 2014. Several properties have been purchased as local event centers (Graystone Quarry/Homestead Manor) with plans for Graystone Quarry to build a 5,000+ seat amphitheater.

Spurring the growth are 3 large residential subdivisions: Bridgemore Village, Fields of Canterbury and Tollgate Village.

Education

Thompson's Station Public Schools are part of Williamson County Schools.

Schools located in Thompson's Station include:

  • Independence High School for grades nine to twelve.
  • Heritage Elementary and Middle School for grades Kindergarten to eight.
  • Thompson's Station Elementary and Middle School for grade PreK to eight.
  • Bethesda Elementary School for grades Kindergarten to Fifth
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References
  1. Timeline of Thompson's Station, Official town website.
  2. Tennessee Blue Book, 2005-2006, pp. 618-625.
  3. "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
  4. "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". United States Census Bureau. May 24, 2020. Retrieved May 27, 2020.
  5. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  6. "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  7. "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2011-04-23.
  8. "Parks and Recreation, Thompson's Station". Thompson's Station Staff. Retrieved 2017-12-13.
  9. "Board of Mayor and Aldermen Webpage". Retrieved Dec 13, 2017.
  10. "Timeline Webpage". Retrieved Mar 27, 2018.
  11. "Census of Population and Housing: Decennial Censuses". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2012-03-04.
  12. "Incorporated Places and Minor Civil Divisions Datasets: Subcounty Resident Population Estimates: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2012". Population Estimates. U.S. Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 11 June 2013. Retrieved 11 December 2013.
  13. "Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development". State of Tennessee. Retrieved 2017-12-13.
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