WorkspaceTop ListsAboutContact Us

Algood, TN

View of Algood, TN
Image credit: Brian Stansberry / CC BY 3.0
Population
4,165
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,114 ft
Median Home Value
$190,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$817/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$42,359
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

Highlights

What stands out in Algood

Explore

More places like Algood

OverallBest places in TennesseePopulation rankingHighest population places in TennesseeNearest larger communityCookeville, Tennessee5.2 miles away · 38,212 residents.

About Algood

Located right next door to Cookeville in Tennessee's Upper Cumberland, Algood offers a quiet, small-town setting at the base of Algood Mountain. With a population of around 4,000, the town has a relaxed, friendly pace while keeping you well connected along Highway 111. It has grown from an early railroad stop into a comfortable community where you can enjoy open space and scenic views near the Cumberland Plateau.

Algood municipal building tn1

Daily life here revolves around neighborhood parks, local schools like Algood Elementary and Middle, and community traditions like the annual quilt festival. Whenever you need major shopping, specialized care at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, or campus events at Tennessee Tech, everything is just a short drive down the road. It makes an appealing landing spot for families and commuters who want a slower pace of life alongside quick access to city conveniences.

Top Rating Signals

Highest current ratings for this town.

Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

Loading town details...