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Clarksville, TN

Clarksville is the county seat of Montgomery County, Tennessee, United States. It is the fifth-largest city in the state, after Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. The city had a population of 166,722 as of the 2020 United States census.

It is the principal central city of the Clarksville metropolitan area, which consists of Montgomery and Stewart counties in Tennessee and Christian and Trigg counties in Kentucky. The city was founded in 1785 and incorporated in 1807, and named for General George Rogers Clark, frontier fighter and Revolutionary War hero, and brother of William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Clarksville is the home of Austin Peay State University; The Leaf-Chronicle, the oldest newspaper in Tennessee; and neighbor to the Fort Campbell, United States Army post. The site of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell is located about 10 miles (16 km) from downtown Clarksville and straddles the Tennessee-Kentucky state line.

On January 16, 1784, John Armstrong filed notice with the Legislature of North Carolina to create the town of Clarksville, named after General George Rogers Clark.

Even before it was officially designated a town, lots had been sold. In October 1785, Col. Robert Weakley laid off the town of Clarksville for Martin Armstrong and Col. Montgomery, and Weakley had the choice of lots for his services. He selected Lot #20 at the northeast corner of Spring and Main Streets. The town consisted of 20 'squares' of 140 lots and 44 out lots. The original Court House was on Lot #93, on the north side of Franklin Street between Front and Second Street. The Public Spring was on Lot #74, on the northeast corner of Spring and Commerce Streets. Weakley built the first cabin there in January 1786, and about February or March, Col. Montgomery came there and had a cabin built, which was the second house in Clarksville.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 95.5 square miles (247 km²), of which 94.9 square miles (246 km²) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km²) (0.71%) is covered by water.

Clarksville is located on the northwest edge of the Highland Rim, which surrounds the Nashville Basin, and is 45 miles (72 km) northwest of Nashville.

Fort Campbell North is a census-designated place (CDP) in Christian County, Kentucky. It contains most of the housing for the Fort Campbell Army base. The population was 14,338 at the 2000 census. Fort Campbell North is part of the Clarksville, TN–KY Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Health and wellness are at the forefront in Clarksville, as evident in the various facilities and programs available to residents. Tennova Healthcare offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Clarksville Athletic Club offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Start your journey with a rejuvenating yoga session at Ahava Hot Yoga, or try the personalized yoga classes at Humble Heart Yoga Studio. For a complete spa experience, visit Eden Day Spa & Salon or the relaxing Sanctuary On Main. Those interested in fitness can head to Trifecta Fitness or the dynamic Infinity Cheer & Tumbling. 

Top sites in Clarksville, TN are McGregor Park & Cumberland Riverwalk, Customs House Museum and Cultural Center, Clarksville Greenway, and Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center.

Population: 185,690 (2024). ZIP code: 37042. Area code: 931. Elevation: 145 m. Area: 95.5 square miles (247 km²).

FAQs

Why is Clarksville, TN so popular?

Conveniently located about 45 minutes northwest of Nashville, Clarksville is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state. As the home of Austin Peay State University, Clarksville has the energy of a college town paired with the charm and hospitality of a small town. Foodies will find a vibrant dining scene in Clarksville, complete with locally-owned restaurants, plentiful local spirits and coffee shops abound. The city also offers engaging museums, ample shopping and beautiful outdoor spaces just waiting to be explored.

How much do you need to live comfortably in Clarksville, TN?

The Clarksville cost of living index is 89. That means the cost of living in Clarksville TN is 11% lower than the national average. It’s slightly lower than the Tennessee cost of living index of 90. The median household income in Clarksville is $63,723. That’s slightly lower than the Clarksville TN-KY metro area and the Tennessee median of $65,254. The U.S. median household income is $75,149. The average salary in Clarksville is $58,000 or $17.06 per hour according to Payscale. A family needs to earn $76,400 or $6,367 per month to afford the Clarksville TN cost of living. This includes child care and taxes.

Is Clarksville a good place to live in TN?

Clarksville is in Montgomery County. Living in Clarksville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Clarksville there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Clarksville and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Clarksville are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Clarksville

Niche

6th Man Movers

Olio In Iowa

McGregor Park & Cumberland Riverwalk 

Customs House Museum and Cultural Center 

Clarksville Greenway

Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center

Tennova Healthcare

Clarksville Athletic Club

Ahava Hot Yoga

Humble Heart Yoga Studio

Eden Day Spa & Salon

Sanctuary On Main

Infinity Cheer & Tumbling.

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