Altamont
A community guide to Altamont in Tennessee, the United States.
- Population
- 1,117 residents
- Region
- Tennessee
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 35.4295, -85.7230
Overview
Altamont is a populated place in Tennessee, the United States. The community supports 1,117 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Tennessee. Its position within the broader regional network gives Altamont a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Community and amenities
Altamont offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Tennessee: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Altamont's residents. Visitors passing through Altamont encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Climate
The climate at Altamont is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 35.43 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Altamont experience. Visitors planning a trip to Altamont should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Altamont sits at approximate coordinates 35.4295 latitude and -85.7230 longitude within Tennessee. The terrain and natural features around Altamont reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Tennessee road network providing the principal routes in and out.