Live and Work in Tennessee
Nashville/The TennesseanAbout Nashville: Located in Middle Tennessee, Nashville is recognized around the world as "Music City USA," the country music capital of the world. Home of the country's longest-running radio show, "The Grand Ole Opry," Nashville is probably best known for its dominance of the gospel and country music industries. Among Nashville's historic landmarks: the Ryman Auditorium (original home of The Grand Ole Opry); the Parthenon, the world's only full-scale replica of the original; the Hermitage, home of President Andrew Jackson. Metro population: 1,568,600 Households: 613,796 Median family household income: $63,474 Median age: 36 Largest employers: State of Tennessee, Vanderbilt University and Medical Center, U.S. Government, Metro Nashville-Davidson County Public Schools, HCA, Nissan North America Inc, St. Thomas Health Services, GM Spring Hill Manufacturing, Bridgestone Americas Holding Inc. Key colleges: Belmont University, David Lipscomb University, Fisk University, Meharry Medical College, Middle Tennessee State University, Tennessee Technological University, Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt University Source: Claritas, 2009 and Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce http://www.nashvillechamber.com/relocation/ Murfreesboro/The Daily News Journal About Rutherford County:Rutherford County is the fifth most populated county in Tennessee. Known as the "Heart of Tennessee," Rutherford County is located approximately 35 miles southeast of Nashville. This county offers residents the benefits of small town living but the amenities of a major metropolitan area. Not only is Rutherford County's economy growing, but its' population is as well. In March 2006, the United States Census Bureau named Rutherford County one of "Americas Fastest Growing Counties." Rutherford County is probably best known for being home to Stones River National Battlefield. Other local attractions include: Cannonsburgh Village, Oaklands Historic House Museum, the Sam Davis Home and the Discovery Center at Murfree Springs, Greenway Trail System, and Percy Priest Lake. County Seat: Murfreesboro Population: 100,800 Median Household Income: $39,800 Median Age: 32 Households: 60,175 Employers: Nissan Motors, Bridgestone-Firestone Americas, Ingram Distribution, Whirlpool Corporation, Verizon Wireless, and State Farm Education: Middle Tennessee State University, the state's largest undergraduate university, Tennessee Technology Center, Commercial Driver Institute INC, and Middle Tennessee Barber and Styling College. Source: Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and Claritas, 2009. Clarksville/The Leaf Chronicle About Montgomery County:Clarksville-Montgomery County is a vibrant community located in Middle Tennessee, directly off of I-24, 40 miles northwest of Nashville. As the ninth-fastest growing city in the nation, Clarksville-Montgomery County is experiencing tremendous change. New schools, a new hospital, and new residential developments are exciting current events in Clarksville-Montgomery County. Population: 160,100 Households: 59,468 Median family household income: $56,295 Median age: 33 Largest employers: Austin Peay State University, Convergy's Corporation, Clarksville-Montgomery School System, Gateway Health System, Quebecor, Montgomery County, and Trane Company Key colleges: Austin Peay State University Source: Claritas, 2009 and Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council. Jackson TN/The Jackson Sun About Madison County:The city of Jackson is located in Madison County, 76 miles east of Memphis and 126 miles west of Nashville. Jackson is the economic, medical and retail hub of West Tennessee. People throughout the region visit Jackson for shopping, entertainment, employment, and healthcare. Jackson is home to legendary Carl Perkins, Casey Jones Village, the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant, The West Tennessee Diamond Jaxx, and the NAIA Division 1 Women's National Championship basketball tournament. Population: 97,453 Households: 38,500 Median family household income: $49,706 Median age: 36 Largest employers: West Tennessee Healthcare, Jackson-Madison County School System, Proctor & Gamble, Porter-Cable/Delta, Jackson State Community College, City of Jackson, and Delta Faucet Key colleges: Union University, Lambuth University, Freed-Hardeman University, Lane College, Bethel College, University of Tennessee-Martin, Jackson State Community College Source: Claritas, 2009 and Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau |