Located in Shelby County, Tennessee, Bartlett was established in 1829. Consistently ranked among the safest cities in Tennessee. Affluent northeast Memphis suburb.
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Founded1829|Population59,000|Peak59,000(2024)|CountyShelby County
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1829Founded: Named for Major Gabriel Bartlett.
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1879Economic Development: Bartlett grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Bartlett's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: Bartlett continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Consistently ranked among the safest cities in Tennessee.
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Affluent northeast Memphis suburb.
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Named for Major Gabriel Bartlett.
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Bartlett is located in Shelby County, Tennessee.
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Bartlett was founded in 1829.
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