City of Athens
Why MC?
Why McMinn County?
About McMinn County
Nestled in the heart of the Tennessee Overhill Region of Southeast Tennessee, McMinn County offers an unmatched quality of life, where svenic outdoor recreation, excellent schools, unique local restrants, and an affordable cost of living come together. It's the kind of place you will want to call home.
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Quality of Life
McMinn County shines as a close-knit, multifaceted community in Southeast Tennessee. Complete with exceptional educational institutions for pre-K through college, strong park systems with individualized features, summer concerts and festivals that unite the entire county, the resultant quality of life is welcoming and filled with opportunities.
As the county in Tennessee that proudly declares “We’re in the Center,” McMinn County has an elite location between Knoxville and Chattanooga, both less than an hour away to enjoy the regional amenities. Nashville and Atlanta both lie two and a half hours from McMinn County. The location not only gives convenient access to larger cities for work, but also the many luxuries of a cozy community.
Pondering a move to McMinn County? In addition to the close proximity to larger cities, an appealing asset is a substantially lower cost of living than the national average. Quaint houses with sprawling lawns and welcoming porches, accommodating apartments and spacious land for sale give possibilities for all.
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Workforce
McMinn County businesses attract their workforce from 13 counties. Beyond McMinn County itself, workers primarily come from the surrounding Bradley, Loudon, Meigs, Monroe, Polk, Rhea and Roane counties. With a strategic location within 50 miles of either Chattanooga or Knoxville, McMinn County businesses offer an ideal working environment for commuters from these larger cities.
