| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murfreesboro | 1 | 175,165 | 153,801 | 2.33% | 2,703 | 65 | City |
| Smyrna | 2 | 65,127 | 53,501 | 2.85% | 1,886 | 35 | Town |
| La Vergne | 3 | 42,911 | 38,696 | 1.82% | 1,736 | 25 | City |
| Eagleville | 4 | 1,002 | 814 | 3.94% | 305 | 3 | City |
Murfreesboro is the largest city in Rutherford County, with a population of 175,165.
Eagleville is the smallest city in Rutherford County, with a population of 1,002.
There are 4 cities in Rutherford County, Tennessee.