4 cities
| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murfreesboro | 1 | 175,672 | 153,816 | 2.12% | 2,711 | 65 | City |
| Smyrna | 2 | 63,695 | 53,515 | 2.74% | 1,845 | 35 | Town |
| La Vergne | 3 | 42,792 | 38,705 | 1.62% | 1,731 | 25 | City |
| Eagleville | 4 | 1,037 | 823 | 3.6% | 315 | 3 | City |
Murfreesboro is the largest city in Rutherford County, with a population of 175,672.
Eagleville is the smallest city in Rutherford County, with a population of 1,037.
There are 4 cities in Rutherford County, Tennessee.