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Introduction to Humboldt, Tennessee
Humboldt, Tennessee, in Gibson county, is 15 miles N of Jackson, Tennessee and 78 miles NE of Memphis, Tennessee. The city has a population of 9,467.
Humboldt History
Humboldt was named in honor of a German naturalist named Alexander von Humboldt. The first business of the city was a store established in the 1850’s by John C. Gillespie. The Louisville and Nashville Railroad first reached the area in 1859. The city was incorporated in 1866. The West Tennessee Strawberry Festival, which is one of the major attractions in the area, started in 1934.
Humboldt and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Humboldt
Humboldt provides amenities for several different types of recreational opportunities. One can visit the National Bird Dog Museum, the Beech River Cultural Center and Museum, the Cypress Grove Nature Park, the Pinson Mounds State Park and the Tennessee River Museum while in Humboldt. The Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge, the Pickwick Landing State Park and Chickasaw State Park are in the neighborhood as well. Local golfers can enjoy a round at the Humboldt Country Club. The city hosts the West Tennessee Strawberry Festival every May.
Humboldt Transportation
Memphis International is the nearest major airport.
Humboldt Higher Education
The University of Tennessee-Martin, Union University and Jackson State Community College provide higher education in the area.
Humboldt strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Tennessee):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Comparing Humboldt to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Tennessee (State):
Ratings range from
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| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
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| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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