Karns Tennessee Map

About Karns, Tennessee

Karns is a locality in Knox County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,115. The population density is 496.0 people per km². Karns is located at 35.9820°N, 84.1138°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 37931.

Karns lies within a landscape shaped by the gentle contours of East Tennessee, where the land breathes in broad, green sweeps. It lies 5.9 miles southwest of Powell, TN (from Powell, TN: bearing 234°T), and is situated 8.9 miles east-southeast of Oak Ridge. The terrain here is a study in subtle undulation, a place where Beaver Creek threads its way through low-lying ground before meeting larger waterways, its banks often softened by the rich alluvial soil. To the south and west, the land rises gradually, hinting at the more dramatic topography of the Cumberland Mountains, some thirty miles distant, that etch a faint, hazy line against the farthest horizon. The air itself carries a certain weight, especially in the late afternoon, a humid stillness that settles after the sun has warmed the fields and the scattered woodlands. The nearby Karns Community Park offers a quiet haven, its open spaces and mature trees providing a familiar backdrop to daily life. The history of Karns is a narrative of growth and adaptation, tied closely to the agricultural roots of the region and the steady influx of families seeking a connection to the land. For generations, the local economy was sustained by farming, the fertile soil yielding crops that fed communities both near and far. While the agricultural pulse remains, Karns has also evolved into a vibrant residential center, drawing residents who appreciate its accessibility and the enduring sense of neighborhood. The proximity to Melton Hill Lake, a mere two miles away, offers recreational opportunities, a cool counterpoint to the summer heat. The area’s character is a blend of enduring traditions and the evolving needs of a modern population, a place where the quiet persistence of Beaver Creek mirrors the steady progress of the community itself.

About This Karns Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Karns, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.982024, -84.113804. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Karns and Knox County.

Detailed location data for Karns includes the ZIP code (37931), telephone area code (865), county seat of Knox County (Knoxville), and school district assignment (Knox County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Karns is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.