Location
Located in the heart of the Highlands of Tennessee, Cookeville-Putnam County is the hub of the Upper Cumberland.
Whether you are traveling by automobile, bus or plane, visiting Cookeville-Putnam County is easy. Located at the intersection of I-40 and Highway 111, Cookeville-Putnam County is only 79 miles east of Nashville, 101 miles west of Knoxville, and 96 miles north of Chattanooga.
Highlands Overview
The Highlands of Tennessee is a region that was born when Overton, Putnam and White counties developed a strategic plan to accelerate economic and community development in their respective communities. The plan, Highlands Initiative, is administered by the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, which is guided by a tri-county Highlands Initiative Steering Committee. The plan has raised more than $2 million from private and public sectors. Highlands of Tennessee speaks literally of the region's mountains and figuratively of the higher economic level toward which its citizens climb.
Putnam County has a population of more than 70,000. It is the major center of finance, trade, employment, transportation, health care and education in the region. Cookeville, the Highlands' largest city, as well as the cities of Algood, Baxter and Monterey, are located within the county's 401 square miles. Putnam County Demographics
White County is located just south of Putnam County. Sparta is the county seat. White County is the home of bluegrass legends Lester Flatt and Benny Martin. The county is known for its beautiful parks and waterfalls.
Overton County was formed in 1806 from Jackson County, Tennessee, and Indian lands. The county seat is Livingston. Overton County is known for its breathtaking views, recreational opportunities, welcoming year-round climate, and Southern hospitality.
