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Clarksville, Tennessee, ranked as the 9th fastest growing city in the nation by the U.S Census Bureau. (2007)
Economic Drivers
Austin Peay State University - one of Tennessee’s fastest growing Universities
Fort Campbell Army Post - the largest employer in Tennessee and Kentucky
A strong manufacturing industry which employs on average 6,000 people. Ranking Montgomery County in the top 25 for manufacturing employment in the state of Tennessee, with an annual average wage of $43,940.00 and $2.65 billion in capital investments from 2005-2009.
Growing service and hospitality industries - combined with various local attractions have made Clarksville an appealing destination for many tourists. Total taxes generated from tourism and travel during 2008 equal a little over $13 million. These funds are representative of visitors and travelers staying in local hotels, visiting various attractions, and generally contributing to the county’s local economy through shopping and dining.
Robust retail industry - With $2 billion in Retail Sales for 2008, Clarksville is catching the attention of many large retailers and developers. This is shown by the recent additions of Wisconsin-based Kohl’s department store and Seattle-based Starbucks.
Given all of these factors coupled with a low crime rate, and a nationally recognized school system, more and more people are making Clarksville home. Permits for single family housing in 2008 totaled at a $108,433,358 value.
Growth Maps
Exit 4 Area
Exit 11 Area
Exit 1 Area
Madison St. Area
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