Murfreesboro is a city located in Rutherford County, Tennessee, in the United States. It serves as the county seat and is situated approximately 34 miles (55 km) southeast of downtown Nashville. The city is part of the larger Nashville metropolitan area in Middle Tennessee.
According to the 2020 census, Murfreesboro had a population of 152,769 residents. It functions as a significant regional hub within its geographic location.