Living in Putnam County, Tennessee

Putnam County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 74,553. The main communities are Cookeville, Algood, Monterey.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $3,012/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $292K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 49°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Putnam County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.