Murfreesboro, Tennessee, in Rutherford county, is 31 miles SE of Nashville, Tennessee. The city is part of the Nashville metropolitan statistical area. It is the county seat. The community was named for Hardy Murfree, officer in the Revolutionary War and land speculator.
Located approximately a 40-minute drive southeast of Nashville, the city of Murfreesboro boasts a number of museums, historic sites and annual festivals that entice visitors throughout the year. Stones River National Battlefield is a 600-acre (243-ha) historic site that witnessed a Civil War battle between the Confederate and Union armies in the mid-1800s. The park is home to a Civil War monument and a cemetery and draws visitors wishing to hike, fish and bike. History enthusiasts appreciate Oaklands Historic House Museum, where historic photographs, furniture and other artifacts depict early days in Murfreesboro. An abundance of festivals take place in this city, including Uncle Dave Macon Days, an old-time music and dance festival that occurs in July. The American Indian Festival in March and the Main Street Jazz Fest in May are other popular Murfreesboro events. Shoppers flock to Stones River Mall, a shopping center that features over 50 shops and services, including several major department stores.
Quality of life in Murfreesboro just seems to attract growth, housing, education, employment opportunities, and recreation. Being one of the fastest growing cities in the state it's no wonder Murfreesboro was named "Most Livable Town in Tennessee".
Is education a priority for your family? Look no further than Murfreesboro! This community will ensure that your child/children or yourself gets the most complete education possible. From Grade school to High School and then to College, Murfreesboro can deliver. Look to Middle Tennessee State University for college level opportunities.
Murfreesboro is a good sized community with a lot to offer.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $157,100
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 92,559. Murfreesboro covers 39.0 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 619 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 37127, 37128, 37129, 37129, 37130
Area code: 615
Weather
Murfreesboro, TN climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 89.10 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 25.30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 22 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Murfreesboro is 54.98 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 5.84 Inches.
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