Rutherford County, TN

Named one of America's Best Places to Live by Livability.com

With a population of more than 255,000, Rutherford County is Tennessee’s fastest-growing community. Located just a short drive southeast of Nashville, Rutherford County includes the cities of Murfreesboro, Smyrna and La Vergne. Rutherford County is home to a number of major manufacturing operations, including a Nissan auto assembly operation. A major factor in the county's growth is the quality of its schools. Rutherford County has six middle schools ranked among the state's top 50 schools, and it is home to Middle Tennessee State University.

Population 44,914
Climate 25°F / 89°F
Average Home Sale $141,668
The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce serves as the voice of the Rutherford County area business community. A variety of programs meet member needs and promote community growth. Join the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce here.

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Rutherford County, TN

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Country Music Star Chris Young Is a Murfreesboro Native
Murfreesboro native Chris Young always knew he would be a country singer. “I’ve been singing 12 or 13 years‚ and I started writing when I was 14‚” READ MORE
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Rutherford County Boasts a Vibrant Mix of the Arts
Nashville’s world-class symphony, visual-art exhib­its and thriving theater scene are just a short drive away, but there’s no need to leave READ MORE
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Chris Young Is Murfreesboro Native
Chris Young is a country music star, thanks to a TV competition that launched him to fame. In May 2006, the Murfreesboro native competed in the READ MORE

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