Nashville is a thriving, vibrant city in an enormous growth period. It’s the capital of Tennessee, as well as the state’s largest city. At nearly 700,000 residents and counting, Nashville is the 21st largest city in the United States. In recent years, Nashville has become a destination for large scale corporate expansion and relocation. Between the booming economy, vibrant cultural life, unique neighborhoods, and great people working to make the city even greater, Nashville is well-positioned to maintain its success as a first-class U.S. city and ascend even further. Metro Nashville Government is an employer of choice with over 10,700 employees in one of the most exciting cities in our nation.
Nashville is a place that understands its past and eagerly anticipates its future. Visitors come to learn about country music and civil rights history while enjoying great restaurants, museums, and of course, Honky Tonks. Residents enjoy the neighborhoods, abundant parks and green space, great schools, and an eclectic mix of small businesses. There is truly something for everyone in Nashville.
Nashville is a diverse and international city that includes a large and prominent African American community as well as significant Latino, Kurdish, Middle Eastern, African, and Latino communities. Students from more than 130 countries are educated in Metro Nashville Public Schools, and Nashville is the proud home to multiple historically Black colleges and universities including Tennessee State University, Fisk University, and Meharry Medical College.
As the state’s capital, Nashville is home to the state government. It’s also home to the Tennessee Titans, Nashville SC soccer team, and the Nashville Predators. Health care, tech, and higher education dominate the industry here with major employers including: Vanderbilt University & Medical Center, HCA Health, Bridgestone North America, and Asurion. Oracle recently announced its plans to relocate its Global Headquarters to Nashville.