Montgomery County

Montgomery County is located in north-central Tennessee along the Kentucky border, forming part of the Cumberland River valley. Established in 1796 and named for Revolutionary War general Richard Montgomery, it has long served as a regional crossroads between Middle Tennessee and the lower Ohio Valley. The county is mid-sized by Tennessee standards, with a population of about 220,000 residents, and has experienced steady growth in recent decades. Clarksville, the county seat and largest city, anchors most of the county’s urban development, while outlying areas remain suburban to rural with farms, woodlands, and rolling terrain. The local economy includes military-related activity tied to nearby Fort Campbell, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and education, alongside service industries concentrated in Clarksville. Cultural life reflects a mix of small-town and metropolitan influences shaped by military presence, regional migration, and proximity to Nashville.

Montgomery County is located in north-central Tennessee along the Kentucky border and includes the Clarksville metropolitan area. The county is part of the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin Combined Statistical Area and serves as a regional population and employment center anchored by Fort Campbell.

Population Size

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts profile for Montgomery County, Tennessee, the county’s population was 220,069 (2020), with an estimated 237,206 (2023).

Age & Gender

Age and sex structure reported by the U.S. Census Bureau can be accessed via the county’s data.census.gov county profile (Montgomery County, TN) (tables for Age and Sex).

• Age distribution (selected categories): County-level age breakdowns (e.g., under 18, 18–64, 65+) are published in the Census Bureau’s profile tables on data.census.gov.
• Gender ratio / sex: County-level counts and shares for male and female are also provided in the Age and Sex profile tables on data.census.gov.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

County-level race and Hispanic/Latino origin statistics are published by the U.S. Census Bureau in the county profile and associated demographic tables.

• The most commonly cited summary categories (e.g., White, Black or African American, Asian, two or more races, and Hispanic/Latino of any race) are available in the QuickFacts demographic profile for Montgomery County, Tennessee and in more detailed form through data.census.gov.

Household & Housing Data

Core household, family, and housing indicators for Montgomery County are reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, including household counts, average household size, owner/renter occupancy, and housing unit totals.

• The U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts profile for Montgomery County provides summary measures such as housing units, homeownership rate, and persons per household.
• More detailed household and housing characteristics (including household type, tenancy, and vacancy measures) are available through the county’s data.census.gov profile and its linked tables.

Local Government Reference

For local government and planning resources, visit the Montgomery County, Tennessee official website.

Montgomery County, Tennessee includes the Clarksville urban core and more rural outskirts; population density and last‑mile network buildout shape how reliably residents can access email, especially outside higher-density areas. Direct county-level email usage statistics are generally not published, so email adoption is summarized using proxy indicators such as broadband and device access.

Recent American Community Survey measures for Montgomery County report household computer ownership and broadband subscriptions as key digital access indicators, both strongly associated with regular email use (see U.S. Census Bureau data.census.gov). Age structure also matters: working-age adults typically drive higher rates of online account use, while older age groups often show lower adoption due to device access, digital skills, and disability-related barriers; county age distribution is available via the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts profile for Montgomery County. Gender distribution is not a primary predictor of email access compared with broadband and age, but county sex composition is also reported in QuickFacts.

Connectivity limitations are most often tied to rural coverage gaps, affordability, and network capacity; local planning and service context is summarized by Montgomery County Government and the Tennessee Broadband Office.

Montgomery County is in north-central Tennessee along the Kentucky border, anchored by the Clarksville urban area and adjacent to the Fort Campbell military installation. The county’s population is concentrated in and around Clarksville, with lower-density residential and agricultural areas extending outward. This mix of urbanized corridors and more rural territory, combined with river valleys (notably the Cumberland River) and rolling terrain typical of the Highland Rim, can produce localized coverage variation even where regional mobile networks are broadly available.

Key distinction: network availability vs. household adoption

Network availability describes where mobile providers report service (coverage, technology generation such as 4G LTE or 5G). Adoption describes whether residents actually subscribe to mobile service and use it for internet access (including “mobile-only” households). These measures are not interchangeable: areas can have reported 4G/5G availability while still having lower adoption due to affordability, device access, digital skills, or service quality/competition.

Mobile network availability (4G/5G) in Montgomery County

County-level mobile availability is best represented by federal coverage reporting and map products rather than a single penetration metric.

• FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) – reported coverage
  • The FCC’s BDC provides provider-reported mobile broadband coverage by technology (including 4G LTE and 5G) and is the primary national source for availability comparisons. Coverage is published at granular geographic levels (hexagons/polygons) rather than as a single “county coverage rate,” so county summaries generally require map review or GIS aggregation. See the FCC’s mobile broadband availability resources via the FCC National Broadband Map.
• Availability versus performance limitations
  • FCC availability indicates where service is claimed to be offered, not guaranteed indoor reception or consistent throughput. Real-world performance can vary by congestion, spectrum holdings, backhaul capacity, and building penetration. The FCC map is therefore an availability indicator rather than a direct measure of user experience.
• 4G LTE and 5G presence
  • In practice, urban/suburban areas around Clarksville typically show broader reported 4G LTE and 5G coverage footprints than outlying lower-density areas on national coverage maps. Precise technology footprints and provider-specific coverage require map-layer review in the FCC BDC interface rather than a single county statistic. The most current, sourceable statement at county scale is that 4G/5G availability is provider-reported and mapped, not published as a standardized “percent covered” county KPI by the FCC.

Household adoption and “mobile-only” access indicators (where available)

County-level adoption metrics for mobile service specifically are limited; the most defensible county indicators come from surveys that capture internet subscription types and device-based access patterns.

• ACS internet subscription and device access
  • The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) includes tables on household internet subscription and device availability (e.g., smartphone, computer), and it distinguishes cellular data plans from other subscription types. These are among the most relevant federal indicators for household adoption at local levels when sample sizes permit publication. County-level estimates and margins of error can be accessed through data.census.gov (search Montgomery County, TN internet subscription and computer/device tables).
  • Limitations: ACS estimates are survey-based and subject to sampling error, and some detailed breakouts may have large margins of error at county level. The ACS indicates adoption (what households report having), not network availability.
• Tennessee broadband planning context
  • State broadband programs and mapping efforts are additional context sources for adoption and access challenges, though they often focus on fixed broadband. See the Tennessee broadband resources hosted by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development for statewide context and planning materials that may reference local conditions.

Mobile internet usage patterns (cellular data plans; reliance on mobile vs fixed)

At county level, “usage patterns” are typically measured indirectly through subscription types and device-only access rather than carrier traffic statistics.

• Cellular data plan as a household internet subscription
  • ACS tables on “internet subscription” can identify households whose internet subscription includes a cellular data plan and, in some tables, households that rely on cellular data plans without another subscription type. This provides a standardized measure of mobile internet reliance. These measures are available through data.census.gov.
• 4G vs. 5G usage
  • Public, county-level statistics on the share of residents actively using 4G versus 5G devices/plans are generally not published as official government data. The FCC BDC reports availability of 5G/4G, not adoption of 5G-capable devices or actual usage share. Carrier-reported or third-party analytics on 5G adoption are usually not released at county granularity as an official series.

Common device types (smartphones vs. other devices)

• Smartphone access as a household device indicator
  • ACS “computer and internet use” tables include household access to a smartphone and other device categories (desktop/laptop, tablet, etc.). These are the most consistent public indicators for distinguishing smartphone availability versus other household computing devices at county scale. Access these measures through data.census.gov.
• Interpretation limits
  • ACS device questions indicate whether a household has a given device type, not the quality/capability of the device (e.g., 4G-only vs 5G-capable phones) and not intensity of use.

Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage in Montgomery County

• Population distribution and density
  • Clarksville’s higher density generally supports more robust mobile network economics (more cell sites, more capacity investment) than sparsely populated areas. Lower-density outskirts can experience fewer site locations and greater distance to towers, affecting indoor coverage and peak-time speeds even where availability is reported.
• Military presence and mobility
  • The Fort Campbell area contributes to a population with higher mobility and potentially greater reliance on mobile connectivity for communication and navigation. Public datasets do not provide an official county-level statistic tying military affiliation to mobile adoption, so this factor is contextual rather than quantifiable in county mobile subscription rates.
• Income and affordability
  • Household income and poverty rates correlate with internet subscription and device ownership in ACS-based research, influencing whether mobile is used as a supplement to fixed service or as a primary connection. County demographic profiles are available via data.census.gov, but direct county-level causal attribution is not established in official sources.
• Terrain and built environment
  • Rolling terrain, wooded areas, and building materials can reduce signal strength and increase variability at the neighborhood scale. These effects influence service quality more than reported availability and are not captured directly by FCC availability polygons.
• Urban–rural service competition
  • Mobile competition tends to be stronger in urbanized corridors (more overlapping coverage and capacity), with fewer overlapping providers in rural edges. Provider overlap can be inspected using layers on the FCC National Broadband Map; adoption impacts are best measured via ACS subscription tables rather than inferred from map overlap.

Data limitations and best-available sources

• No single official “mobile penetration rate” for the county
  • The U.S. does not publish a standardized county “mobile phone penetration rate” akin to some international telecom statistics. The closest public proxies are ACS device ownership (smartphone presence) and ACS internet subscription types (cellular data plan adoption), both available through data.census.gov.
• Availability data is provider-reported
  • FCC BDC mobile availability is the official availability dataset but reflects provider submissions and methodology constraints; it does not directly measure indoor coverage reliability or typical speeds. The authoritative availability reference is the FCC National Broadband Map.
• Local administrative sources
  • County planning context and geographic boundaries are available through the Montgomery County, Tennessee official website, but county government sources typically do not publish comprehensive mobile adoption metrics; federal datasets remain the primary sources for standardized adoption indicators.

Montgomery County is in north‑central Tennessee along the Kentucky border and is anchored by Clarksville, the state’s fifth‑largest city. The presence of Fort Campbell (a major U.S. Army installation), Austin Peay State University, and a comparatively young, mobile population contributes to heavy use of mobile-first communication channels and broad adoption of mainstream social platforms.

User statistics (penetration and active use)

• Local baseline (population): Montgomery County had ~220,000 residents in recent U.S. Census estimates, with Clarksville as the dominant population center (U.S. Census Bureau’s QuickFacts for Montgomery County, Tennessee).
• County-specific social media penetration: No reputable, publicly available dataset consistently reports social media penetration at the county level (including Montgomery County) in a way that is methodologically comparable across platforms.
• Best available proxy (U.S./regional benchmark): National survey research indicates roughly 7 in 10 U.S. adults use social media. Pew Research Center reports 72% of U.S. adults use at least one social media site (Pew Research Center: Social Media Fact Sheet). As a practical benchmark, Montgomery County is generally expected to fall within the broad range implied by national usage, with local variation driven by age, education, and military-connected mobility.

Age group trends (who uses social media most)

National survey patterns provide the most reliable age gradient to apply directionally to Montgomery County:

• Highest use: Adults 18–29 show the highest social media adoption (Pew consistently finds near‑ubiquitous usage in this group; see Pew’s Social Media Fact Sheet).
• High use: Adults 30–49 remain heavy users, typically only modestly lower than 18–29.
• Moderate use: Adults 50–64 use social media at materially lower rates than under‑50 adults.
• Lowest use but still substantial: Adults 65+ have the lowest adoption, but usage has increased over time (Pew trendlines summarized in the same fact sheet).

Local context factors that tend to reinforce younger-skewed usage in Montgomery County include a large presence of early‑career military personnel, students, and young families, which generally corresponds to higher rates of short‑form video, messaging, and community/group-based usage.

Gender breakdown

• Overall pattern: In U.S. survey research, women are generally more likely than men to use social media, though gaps vary by platform and have narrowed for some services. Pew’s platform tables show platform‑specific differences by gender (Pew Research Center platform demographics).
• Platform‑typical differences (directional):
  • Pinterest and Instagram tend to skew more female in U.S. samples.
  • Reddit and some discussion-centric platforms tend to skew more male.
  • Facebook and YouTube often appear closer to population averages by gender in many survey waves.

County-specific gender-by-platform usage estimates are not published in a standardized public series; national patterns represent the most defensible benchmark.

Most-used platforms (percent using each platform)

County-level platform shares are not published in a consistent public source; nationally representative measures provide the most reliable percentages for the platforms most likely to dominate usage in Montgomery County.

Pew Research Center (U.S. adults) reports the following platform usage rates (Pew Research Center: Social Media Fact Sheet):

• YouTube: 83%
• Facebook: 68%
• Instagram: 47%
• Pinterest: 35%
• TikTok: 33%
• LinkedIn: 30%
• WhatsApp: 29%
• Snapchat: 27%
• X (formerly Twitter): 22%
• Reddit: 22%

These national rates align with typical local mixes in mid-sized U.S. metros where Facebook/YouTube provide broad reach, Instagram/TikTok skew younger, and LinkedIn concentrates among degree-holders and specific occupational groups.

Behavioral trends (engagement patterns and preferences)

• Mobile-first usage: Social media use in the U.S. is heavily mobile; this is reinforced in communities with higher mobility and commuting, such as those with a large military-connected population. National measurement consistently shows smartphones are the dominant access mode for online activity (see Pew’s internet and technology research hub, including mobile access patterns: Pew Research Center: Internet & Technology).
• Short-form video growth: TikTok and Instagram Reels-style consumption is strongest among younger adults, reflecting national age gradients for TikTok/Instagram usage (platform-by-age detail in Pew’s platform demographics).
• Community and local information behaviors: In counties anchored by a principal city (Clarksville), Facebook Groups and local pages commonly serve as high-engagement channels for local news, events, school-related updates, and commerce-oriented posts. This aligns with Facebook’s broad adult reach nationally (68%).
• Messaging-centric communication: WhatsApp usage is materially lower than Facebook/YouTube nationally but is often significant in specific networks (family, military-connected, and immigrant communities). Pew’s measured U.S. WhatsApp adoption (29%) provides the most reliable benchmark (Pew Research Center: Social Media Fact Sheet).
• Life-stage segmentation: Younger cohorts concentrate time in TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube; older cohorts concentrate on Facebook and YouTube. This is consistent with Pew’s platform-by-age distributions and tends to be visible in local engagement patterns (public comments, shares, and group participation vs. creator-led short-form viewing).

Montgomery County, Tennessee maintains several family and associate-related public records through state and county offices. Vital records (birth and death certificates) are issued at the state level by the Tennessee Office of Vital Records and locally through the Montgomery County Clerk (applications, certified copies, and service guidance). Marriage records are commonly accessed through the County Clerk (marriage licenses) and through recorded documents.

Divorce decrees and other family-related court case records are maintained by the Montgomery County courts; access to case information is provided through the Montgomery County, TN court/clerk offices and the statewide Tennessee Court Clerks resources. Property records that may reflect family relationships (deeds, liens, powers of attorney) are recorded by the Montgomery County Register of Deeds, typically searchable online and available for in-person review.

Adoption records are generally not public and are handled under Tennessee law through courts and state vital records processes. Privacy restrictions commonly apply to recent vital records, adoption files, and certain court matters (including juvenile cases), and certified copies generally require identity and eligibility verification.

Types of records available

Marriage records

• Marriage license / marriage record: Issued by the Montgomery County Clerk. Tennessee marriage licenses are typically returned after the ceremony and recorded as the official marriage record.
• Certified marriage certificate (state-level): Available through the Tennessee Office of Vital Records for eligible requestors under state rules.

Divorce records

• Divorce decree / final judgment: Issued and filed by the Montgomery County Circuit Court Clerk (and, depending on the case, potentially another court with divorce jurisdiction). The decree is part of the court’s case file.

Annulment records

• Annulment order / decree: A court order determining the marriage is void or voidable under Tennessee law. Filed with the court clerk as part of the case record, similar to divorce proceedings.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

Marriage licenses (county level)

• Filed/maintained by: Montgomery County Clerk (marriage license records).
• Access: Requests are commonly handled through the county clerk’s office for certified copies and record verification. Some indexes may be available through county record systems or archival microfilm holdings, depending on the year.

Marriage certificates (state level)

• Filed/maintained by: Tennessee Department of Health, Office of Vital Records.
• Access: Issuance of certified copies is governed by state vital records policies, including identity verification and eligibility rules.

Divorce and annulment case files (court level)

• Filed/maintained by: Montgomery County court clerk (commonly the Circuit Court Clerk for divorces; annulments are maintained in the court where the case was filed).
• Access: Court records are accessed through the clerk’s records room and, where offered, electronic case index systems. Copies of decrees and other pleadings are provided by the clerk subject to court rules, fees, and any sealing orders.

State-level divorce data

• Tennessee maintains vital statistics divorce data for certain years; however, the decree is the authoritative record and is held in the court file.

Typical information included in these records

Marriage license / recorded marriage

• Full names of both parties (including maiden name where applicable)
• Date and place of marriage (and date license issued)
• Ages and/or dates of birth (varies by period and form)
• Residences/addresses at time of application
• Officiant’s name and title and the return/solemnization certification
• Witness information where applicable by form or period
• Clerk’s recording details and book/page or instrument reference

Divorce decree / final judgment

• Case caption (names of parties), case number, and court
• Date of filing and date of final decree
• Grounds asserted and court findings (often summarized)
• Orders on marital status dissolution
• Orders on child custody, parenting time, and child support (when applicable)
• Orders on division of property and debts, and spousal support/alimony (when applicable)
• Name/signature of the judge and clerk attestation

Annulment decree

• Case caption, case number, and court
• Findings establishing the marriage as void or voidable
• Legal effect on marital status
• Related orders addressing property, support, or parentage issues where applicable
• Judge’s signature and clerk attestation

Privacy or legal restrictions

Marriage records

• Tennessee marriage records are generally treated as public records at the county level, but certified copies are issued under administrative procedures requiring appropriate identification and fees.
• Certain sensitive data elements may be redacted from copies provided to the public consistent with Tennessee public records and privacy protections (for example, personal identifiers beyond what is required to identify the record).

Divorce and annulment records

• Court case files are generally public, but access can be restricted by:
  • Sealing orders entered by the court
  • Confidential filings required by rule or statute (commonly including Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and certain information involving minors)
  • Protective orders and related domestic violence records that may limit disclosure of addresses or other sensitive details
• Even when a case is public, clerks typically provide redacted copies where required by law or court rule and may limit remote access to certain document images while still providing a public case index.

Primary custodians (Montgomery County, Tennessee)

• Montgomery County Clerk: marriage license issuance and recorded marriage records.
• Montgomery County court clerk (commonly Circuit Court Clerk): divorce and annulment decrees and case files.
• Tennessee Office of Vital Records: statewide issuance of certified marriage certificates under state vital records rules.

Montgomery County is in north-central Tennessee along the Kentucky border, anchored by Clarksville and adjacent to Fort Campbell (a major U.S. Army installation). The county is one of Tennessee’s fastest-growing areas, with a relatively young age profile compared with many U.S. counties, driven by military-affiliated households, in-migration tied to the Nashville regional economy, and local manufacturing/logistics growth. Recent population and baseline community indicators are summarized in the U.S. Census Bureau’s county profiles (see U.S. Census Bureau data tables and QuickFacts for Montgomery County, Tennessee).

Education Indicators

Public schools (counts and names)

• Public school system: Montgomery County Schools (MCS), serving most of the county outside Clarksville’s separate municipal system (Clarksville–Montgomery County School System is commonly referenced locally; governance and branding vary across sources). Core district information and school directories are maintained by the district (see the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) website for school listings and contacts).
• Number of public schools and names: A complete, authoritative list of all school names is best sourced directly from the district directory because openings/consolidations occur with growth. The district directory provides school-by-school names across elementary, middle, high, and alternative programs (see the district’s schools directory).
  Note: A single static count is not provided here because it changes over time with redistricting and new construction; the directory is the most current reference.

Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates

• Student–teacher ratio (proxy, most consistent source): County-level student–teacher ratios are commonly reported through federal/local education reporting and are often summarized in Census/ACS-derived community profiles; Montgomery County typically aligns with large-district Tennessee averages (mid-to-high teens students per teacher). For the most current district-reported staffing and enrollment context, the district’s annual reporting and state report cards are the authoritative references (see Tennessee Department of Education report-card resources).
• Graduation rate: The most recent official cohort graduation rate is published by the Tennessee Department of Education in district and high school report cards (see TN District and School Report Cards).
  Note: Graduation rates vary by high school and subgroup; the state report cards provide the most recent year and historical trend lines.

Adult educational attainment

• High school diploma (or higher): Montgomery County’s adult attainment is broadly in line with fast-growing, mixed urban–military counties, with a large majority of adults holding at least a high school diploma. The most current county estimate is reported by the U.S. Census Bureau (see QuickFacts educational attainment).
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: The share of adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher is also tracked in Census/ACS and tends to be below major-metro cores but supported by military-connected training and a growing professional/technical base (see ACS educational attainment tables).

Notable programs (STEM, CTE, AP)

• Career and Technical Education (CTE): Like most Tennessee districts, Montgomery County’s public high schools typically offer CTE pathways aligned with state clusters (health sciences, advanced manufacturing, IT, business/marketing, transportation/logistics). Program availability is reported through district course catalogs and state CTE reporting (see Tennessee CTE).
• Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment: County high schools commonly provide AP coursework and may offer dual enrollment opportunities coordinated with local higher-education partners; offerings vary by school and are documented in school course catalogs and state report cards (see AP program overview for standardized AP context and Tennessee early postsecondary options for state dual-credit/dual-enrollment frameworks).
• STEM and vocational training: STEM academies, robotics, and work-based learning are typical in large districts; the most verifiable details are listed by individual schools and the district’s CTE/workforce pages.

School safety measures and counseling resources

• Safety measures (typical for Tennessee districts): Public schools generally implement controlled building access, visitor management, drills (fire, severe weather, lockdown), and coordination with school resource officers where funded/assigned. Tennessee also maintains statewide school safety expectations and grant programs (see Tennessee school safety resources).
• Counseling resources: Standard school-based supports include guidance counseling, mental/behavioral health referral pathways, and crisis response protocols. Tennessee’s school counseling frameworks and student support services are documented at the state level (see TN student support services).
  Note: Staffing levels (counselor-to-student ratios) vary by school and year; district staffing reports provide the most current figures.

Employment and Economic Conditions

Unemployment rate (most recent)

• Unemployment rate: The most recent monthly and annual unemployment rates for Montgomery County are published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Local Area Unemployment Statistics program and state labor-market summaries (see BLS LAUS and Tennessee labor market information).
  Note: County unemployment is seasonally variable and influenced by military cycles, construction, and regional commuting to Nashville.

Major industries and employment sectors

• Public administration/defense (indirectly via Fort Campbell): Military presence drives substantial employment in defense-related services, federal spending, contracting, healthcare, and retail.
• Manufacturing: The county has a notable manufacturing base (automotive-related supply chains, fabricated metals, plastics, food/beverage, and industrial production typical of the I‑24 corridor).
• Healthcare and social assistance: Regional hospitals, clinics, and long-term care contribute significant employment.
• Retail trade, accommodation/food services: Growth in Clarksville supports expansion in consumer services.
• Transportation/warehousing and logistics: Proximity to Interstate corridors supports distribution and warehousing activity. Sector distributions and payroll employment by industry are most consistently tracked through BLS employment datasets and state labor-market reporting.

Common occupations and workforce breakdown

Montgomery County’s occupational structure generally reflects:

• Office and administrative support
• Sales and related occupations
• Transportation and material moving
• Production (manufacturing)
• Healthcare practitioners and support
• Education, training, and library
• Construction and extraction The most reliable occupational estimates for counties are available through federal survey products and state workforce analytics (see BLS occupational employment information for methodology and state/local reporting portals for county rollups).

Commuting patterns and mean commute time

• Mean commute time: The county’s average commute is typically in the mid‑20 minutes range, consistent with a large suburban/exurban county with substantial intra-county commuting and cross-county travel toward Nashville and Kentucky. The most recent mean travel time to work is published in the ACS (see ACS commuting tables).
• Mode share: Most commuters travel by private vehicle, with smaller shares carpooling, working from home, or using limited transit options. ACS provides the standard mode split.

Local employment vs. out-of-county work

• Local vs. outbound commuting: Montgomery County contains major employment anchors (military, manufacturing, healthcare, education, retail), yet also functions as a commuter origin for surrounding counties and the Nashville region. Net commuting flows and workplace/residence patterns are available through LEHD OnTheMap (workplace–residence flows).

Housing and Real Estate

Homeownership and rental share

• Homeownership rate / rental share: The county has a large owner-occupied base alongside a substantial rental market influenced by military turnover and rapid population growth. The most current owner/renter shares are reported in the ACS (see ACS housing tenure tables and QuickFacts housing).

Median property values and recent trends

• Median home value: Median owner-occupied home value is reported by ACS and reflects rapid appreciation from the late 2010s through the early 2020s, with more recent normalization following higher interest rates. The most recent median value and trend comparisons are available via ACS median value tables.
  Proxy note: Market-time and listing-price dynamics are typically tracked by real estate market reports; ACS provides the most consistent public median value series for county comparisons.

Typical rent prices

• Median gross rent: Median gross rent is published in ACS and is elevated relative to many rural Tennessee counties due to in-migration and military-driven demand (see ACS gross rent tables).
  Proxy note: “Typical” asking rents by unit size (1BR/2BR) are better reflected in private listing aggregations, while ACS provides the official median gross rent benchmark.

Types of housing

• Single-family detached homes: Predominant in suburban and exurban parts of the county, including newer subdivisions around Clarksville’s growth areas.
• Apartments and multifamily: Concentrated near employment corridors, commercial nodes, and higher-density areas of Clarksville; supported by renter demand linked to Fort Campbell and regional job growth.
• Rural lots and manufactured housing: Present in outlying areas, reflecting the county’s mix of urbanized and rural land uses. Housing unit structure types are quantified in ACS (see ACS housing structure tables).

Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools/amenities)

• Clarksville-adjacent neighborhoods: Higher concentration of subdivisions, apartments, retail access, and shorter commutes to major employers and schools.
• Corridor-oriented development: Residential growth often follows major routes (including I‑24 access) with proximity to shopping centers and industrial/employment parks.
• Outlying areas: Larger lots, more agricultural/rural character, and longer drive times to schools and healthcare; school zoning/busing and travel times vary by attendance area. District attendance boundaries and school locations are maintained through the district (see the CMCSS site for school location references).

Property tax overview (rate and typical homeowner cost)

• Property tax rate: Montgomery County property taxes are set through county and city rates (for properties within municipal limits), applied to Tennessee’s assessment ratios by property class. The authoritative current rate schedules and certified tax rates are maintained by local government and the state comptroller’s property tax resources (see Tennessee Comptroller property tax overview).
• Typical homeowner cost (proxy): Effective property tax burden depends on assessed value, jurisdiction (county-only vs. city), and exemptions. For comparative “typical” annual property tax payments, ACS reports median real estate taxes paid for owner-occupied housing units (see ACS real estate taxes paid tables).