Clarksville TN Second Fastest Growing Area in America.

According to figures released this week by the Census Bureau, Clarksville’s Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is the 2nd fastest growing in the entire nation. The growth rate over the MSA region-wide is 3.7 percent as reported by the Leaf Chronicle, Clarksville's local newspaper.

The figures are based on Census data

from the period July 2011 to July 2012. Clarksville is in an MSA with Christian and Trigg Counties in Kentucky. Clarksville TN is in Montgomery County and has more head counts in the entire region with a growth from 2010 to 2012 of 7%. Population estimates for 2012 are 184,468 showing a 4.3 percent growth over the previous year.

Montgomery County TN is ranked as 30th in the nation when comparing all counties in all states.

Clarksville TN Second Fastest Growing Area in America.

Where is this growth coming from?

It is coming from a variety of sources. Ft. Campbell KY is a big reason for the growth with active duty military and civilian support personnel. Also extended family tend to move close to their military family members because Clarksville is so conveniently located and offers good quality of life. Retirees find Clarksville to have an affordable cost of living and with its proximity to Ft Campbell, the military retirees have medical facilities close by. Interstate 24 makes travelling to many other large cities within a half days drive.

Because the population is growing, additional business services are needed. Plus schools in the area keep expanding giving new teachers opportunities that aren’t found in other areas. There is plenty of new construction going on providing jobs and housing for the growing populace.

Clarksville TN Second Fastest Growing Area in America.

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