Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
“With one of the top business climates in the country, Tennessee is the ideal location for companies to locate or expand. When companies choose to invest and create jobs in Tennessee, it underscores our business-friendly environment and skilled workforce.”
— Stuart C. McWhorter, Commissioner,
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
FAST FACTS
Population (July 2022 est.): 7,051,339¹
Largest Cities (2020): Nashville (689,248); Memphis (631,326); Knoxville (190,594); Chattanooga (181,624); Clarksville (167,258)¹
Real GDP (2022): $367.8 billion²
¹U.S. Census Bureau
²Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Dept. of Commerce
TARGETED GROWTH SECTORS
Automotive/EV: Tennessee’s automotive sector is a thriving hub for innovation and manufacturing, driving economic growth, job creation, and technological advancements.
Health Care and Life Sciences: Tennessee is home to more than 2,300 health care and life sciences companies that employ a workforce of nearly 33,000.
Food & Agriculture: Brands like M&M’s, Bush’s Beans, and Little Debbie grew out of Tennessee’s deeply held traditions of agriculture, hospitality, and craftsmanship.
TOP PROJECTS
COMPANY | LOCATION | JOBS |
Landmark Recovery Management Company LLC | Franklin | 1,300 |
LG Chem America Inc. | Clarksville | 860 |
SK Food Group, Inc. | Cleveland | 840 |
Magna | Stanton | 750 |
Hanon Systems USA, LLC | Loudon | 600 |
FEATURED LOCATIONS
Wilson County is strategically located in the center of thriving Middle Tennessee with access to three interstates, rail and an international airport. Wilson County truly has something of interest for everyone. From Cumberland University to major corporate headquarters and state parks to modern suburbs, the county offers a dynamic mixture of opportunity, prosperity and experience.
EDUCATION PROGRAM
Tennessee’s GIVE initiative (Governor’s Investment in Vocational Education) is an effort to expand vocational and technical training programs, prepare students for high-demand careers and strengthen the state’s workforce. It aligns education with industry needs, empowering individuals for success.
TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS
#2 EV Industry Investment | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 5 Best Business Climate | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 5 Automotive | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Customized Workforce Training | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 FDI (Cap. Investment) | 2023 State Rankings |
#1 Logistics Leaders: Memphis | 2023 Metro Rankings |
#1 Most Affordable Cities (Over 500K Pop.): Memphis | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 5 FTZ Activity (Exports & Imports): Nashville (FTZ 78) | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Millennial Magnets: Nashville | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Most Affordable Cities (Over 500K Pop.): Knoxville | 2023 Metro Rankings |
LATEST NEWS
Two Manufacturing Projects Will Create Nearly 300 Jobs In Tennessee
Landmark Ceramics will invest $72 million to expand in Mt. Pleasant; Bridgetown Natural Foods will invest $78.3 million to locate a manufacturing and distribution facility in Lebanon, Tennessee.
Schneider Electric To Invest $85M In Middle Tennessee Expansion
The manufacturer of energy management and automation equipment will create more than 450 new jobs in Mt. Juliet and Smyrna, Tennessee.
INTOCAST Breaks Into U.S. With Tennessee Facility
INTOCAST will establish its first U.S. operations in Tennessee, according to the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.