Nashville metro, TN relocation guide
Moving to Burns, TN
About Burns
Burns is a town in Dickson County, Tennessee, in the United States. It is part of the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, Burns had a population of 1,573. About 35 miles west of downtown Nashville — and the mailing address of Montgomery Bell State Park, one of Middle Tennessee's largest state parks. Small-town living with big-park access and an easy I-40 commute.
Home prices in Burns
The median listing price in Burns is $499,900.
Top places in Burns
- Montgomery Bell State Park
- Historic downtown Burns and the Dickson County countryside.
- Nearby Dickson (~10 min)
Commuting from Burns
- Approximate drive to downtown Nashville: 40–50 minutes (about 35 miles, via I-40).
- No commuter-rail service; car commute via I-40.
Schools in Burns
Public schools: Dickson County School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Burns FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Burns, TN?
The median listing price in Burns is $499,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Burns, TN?
Approximate drive to downtown Nashville: 40–50 minutes (about 35 miles, via I-40). - Which school district serves Burns, TN?
Burns is served by Dickson County School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.