About Livingston

The Town of Livingston was purchased on August 10, 1833. The 40 acre tract sold for $200 and was divided into 120 building lots. One 268 ft lot was reserved for the courthouse, and one with a large spring was reserved for the town’s water supply. The remainder of the lots were then sold on a first-come first-serve basis.

This town is named after Edward Livingston (1764-1836). Livingston served as a U.S. Representative in Congress (1823-1829), a U.S. Senator (1829-1831), and U.S. Secretary of State under President Andrew Jackson (1831-1833).

Brief History

Livingston Town Square

Since the mid-1800s, our Town Square has been the heartbeat of Livingston, where history comes alive and stories of the past echo through time. Tales from the Civil War linger, and some say you can still hear the footsteps of young soldiers marching off to the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, and the enduring Volunteers of Tennessee. Our Town Square is a cherished landmark, a gathering place for the community in both joyous and challenging times. Here in Tennessee, where history is woven into our daily lives, we take great pride in preserving our Town Square. It’s a place where memories flourish for both the old and the young, and where stories grow richer with each passing day.

Experience the magic of the Town Square in the fall, when the leaves turn to gold, and in the spring, when flowers bloom in vibrant colors. Feel the festive spirit as Christmas bells ring, drawing residents from all over Overton County to celebrate together. Even those who move away always hold fond memories of happy days spent around the Town Square. Come and see for yourself the historic Courthouse Square in beautiful Livingston, Tennessee

Make Livingston Home

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 13.4 km² (5.2 mi²). 13.3 km² (5.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.1 km² (0.04 mi²) of it (0.77%) is water.

Quick Facts

The median household income in Livingston is $37,346, with an employment rate of 56.1%. Additionally, 9.2% of the population has a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Where is Livingston?

The Town of Livingston lies in a valley on the Highland Rim and is the county seat for Overton County. We are approximately 20 miles northeast of Cookeville, situated halfway between Nashville and Knoxville, Tennessee.