Nashville is a friendly Southern city with a vibrant economy. Over the past two decades, its national prominence has gradually risen, landing on top-10 lists for its affordability, hot job market, cost of doing business, and lifestyle.
While Nashville is virtually synonymous with country music, entertainment is far from the only industry thriving here. With a low cost of living, a highly educated talent pool, and tax incentives for corporations that relocate here, Tennessee fosters a pro-business environment. But that’s only one reason top employers like Oracle and Amazon are moving to Nashville.
Geography
Tennessee borders seven other states, and three interstate highways converge in Nashville – I-24, I-65, and I-40. Nashville’s central location has made it an ideal place for warehouses, distribution centers and logistics companies. Leading companies like GEODIS, Averitt Express and Omni Logistics all have national or regional headquarters in Nashville.
A Diverse Economy
Instead of relying on a single industry, Nashville’s economy supports a diverse mix of businesses that have helped the city weather downturns without faltering.
- Health care: Leading companies in this sector include HCA and Community Health Services.
- Automotive: Middle Tennessee has long been an auto manufacturing hub. Nissan and Bridgestone moved their headquarters here after having a well-established presence in the Nashville region for decades.
- Publishing: Nashville is also a leader in the publishing industry, especially religious publishers like Thomas Nelson and Lifeway Christian Resources.
Quality of Life
One aspect that shines through in Nashville is a high quality of life. Despite being a capital city and large metropolitan area, Music City still hasn’t lost any of its Southern hospitality and charm. Enjoy cultural amenities like museums, a symphony orchestra, and professional ballet and theatre companies, plus live music every night of the week and major-league football, hockey, and soccer teams.
Nashville also has a mild year-round climate that allows residents to get out and explore Middle Tennessee’s beautiful natural landscape, with an extensive public park system and sparkling lakes and rivers waiting for you to enjoy.
An Educated Workforce
Nashville is home to some of the top-ranked colleges and universities in the United States, including Vanderbilt, Belmont, and Tennessee State University. Historically Black colleges like Fisk and Meharry Medical School also have a long and proud history in Nashville. Since 2015, the Tennessee Promise initiative has offered graduating high school students two years of tuition-free community or technical college. This program has further contributed to the development of a highly skilled talent pipeline. The majority of college graduates choose to stay in the region to find jobs.
Charming Communities
Nashville offers a mix of eclectic neighborhoods, all of which add to the appeal of moving here. For example, East Nashville has become one of the most desirable addresses in town, with its proximity to downtown’s high-energy attractions, its walkability, history, and its beautiful homes.
Find Your Next Home in Nashville
Legacy South has built hundreds of inspiring homes that have become an integral part of Nashville’s urban landscape. As one of the largest private home builders in Davidson County, we have grown our company around the shared values of thoughtfulness, intentionality, and transparency.
If you are interested in owning a home in Nashville, we invite you to speak with our preferred lenders to find a home loan that fits your family’s needs and lifestyle. Reach out to us for more information about our communities.
