Cleveland, TN

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Cleveland, TN

In the southeast corner of Tennessee is Cleveland, a community that houses offices of 12 Fortune 500 manufacturing companies. Many buildings in the city’s architecturally pleasing downtown district date to the 1880s, 1890s and early 1900s, and the community welcomes many tourists thanks to its proximity to Cherokee National Forest. Higher education options include Lee University and Cleveland State Community College, and Cleveland Regional Jetport accommodates numerous corporate customers. Cleveland is about 30 miles east of Chattanooga.

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Experiences & Adventures in Cleveland, TN

A heron perches on a post in a waterway at Booker T. Washington State Park near Chattanooga, TN.

7 State Parks Near Chattanooga, TN, You Must Explore

Whether you crave whitewater or relaxation, these state parks in Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama have you covered!

Visitors walk their dogs through the flower gardens during the Thursday Night out and Dog Nights of Summmer event at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens in Nasvhille, Tennessee. ©Journal Communications/Jeff Adkins

Tennessee Offers Outdoor Fun

The state is always open when it comes to scenic beauty and ways to enjoy it.

Chattanooga outdoor recreation Visitors get an aerial view of downtown Chattanooga from Signal Point in Signal Mountain, Tennessee. ©Journal Communications/Jeff Adkins

Adventures Start Here: Chattanooga’s New Parks, Trails and Playgrounds

New attractions enhance the Greater Chattanooga's outdoor recreation scene. Find adventure and family fun in this nature lover's paradise.

Food Scenes in Cleveland, TN

Tracey Wermager helps customers at Goo Goo Chocolate in downtown Nashville, August 2023.

Food Manufacturers Find Their Sweet Spot in Tennessee

From iconic brands like MoonPie and Goo Goo Cluster to artisan chocolatiers, discover the sweet success stories of Tennessee's food and beverage industry.

Genesis the Greykid's newest project, HOME restaurant in Chattanooga, combines art and food. Interior shot of the restaurant HOME, which is located in the greater Chattanooga region.

Coming HOME to Chattanooga

Discover the inspiration behind Chattanooga artist Genesis the Greykid's unique culinary and artistic vision for his new restaurant, HOME.

A group enjoys a meal at Calliope, one of the Chattanooga restaurants that is bringing international cuisine to Chattanooga. Brianna Garza, front left, Tim Moore, front right, Anthony Wiley and Lya Kimbrough enjoy drinks and appetizers at Calliope in Chattanooga. ©Journal Communications/Nathan Lambrecht

Savor the Flavors of Greater Chattanooga: A Global Culinary Journey

Explore the diverse and vibrant international food scene in Greater Chattanooga.

Healthy Places in Cleveland, TN

CHI Memorial Hospital in the Greater Chattanooga area is part of CommonSpirit Health.

A Snapshot of the Greater Chattanooga Region’s Top Health Care Providers 

Greater Chattanooga’s diverse collection of outstanding medical facilities offers exceptional and convenient services.

Visitors get an aerial view of downtown Chattanooga from Signal Point in Signal Mountain, TN. Chattanooga was recently named North America's first National Park City.

Chattanooga Lauded as North America’s First National Park City

New recognition fosters deeper connections between people and nature.

Vector illustration to show diversity in healthcare.

Diversity Drives Innovation: Chattanooga Entrepreneurs Champion Inclusivity in Health Care

Entrepreneurs in Chattanooga foster diversity and inclusion in healthcare, leading to improved patient outcomes and a thriving business community.

Make Your Move to Cleveland, TN

Woman jumping in front of a mural in Nashville

Why I Moved to Tennessee — And You Should, Too

Two residents share why they are thrilled they relocated to Tennessee.

Cleveland, TN: Where to Live Now

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These Are the Best Places To Retire in Tennessee

When you're ready to leave the 9-to-5 behind, the Retire Tennessee program helps current and prospective residents narrow down the best places to spend their second act.

Elevated View of Chattanooga Tennessee Skyline and Lookout Mountain in the Distance

FAQ: Get To Know the Greater Chattanooga Region

Learn about the region's economy, lifestyle and opportunity.

Three life sized bronze figures by artist Jerome Meadows, are part of the Ed Johnson Memorial Project next to the Walnut Street Bridge in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee. ©Journal Communications/Jeff Adkins

Chattanooga Honors the Past and Looks Forward to the Future

A new memorial in the NorthShore area of Chattanooga offers healing.

Education, Careers and Opportunity in Cleveland, TN

Patrons relax at Common House, a social club located in Chattanooga’s Southside that offers both coworking spaces and corporate memberships tailored for businesses.

In Greater Chattanooga, Finding Work-Life Balance Is Easy  

Here, work-life balance isn’t just a nice idea – it’s actually within reach. 

PhD student Sima Ashayer works on a driving simulator in the Smart Mobility Lab, which is part of the Center for Urban Informatics and Progress at UT Chattanooga, in Chattanooga, Tennesssee. The lab studies traffic signals and patterns around Chattanooga.

Research Institutions Pioneer Solutions for the Future in Greater Chattanooga

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and University of Tennessee Health Science Center are addressing some of the most pressing health care challenges in the region and around the globe. 

CEO Nick Johnson sits in the portable Monarc WAAM Platform at One-Off Robotics, which specializes in robotic metal additive manufacturing at the INCubator in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Defense Technology Gains Momentum in Greater Chattanooga

Innovation and investment spur industry growth. 

Cleveland, TN: Love Where You Live

Over 120 community members including Mayor Berke came together to help paint the “Dreaming Forward/ Soñando” mural. Located on the corner of Broad and Main streets

How Public Art is Shaping Chattanooga’s Cultural Identity

Discover how artist Alex Paul Loza and ArtsBuild use public art to celebrate diversity and inspire the community.

Aerial shot of the Main Street area of Johnson City, TN.

Main Street Magic: How Tennessee Revitalizes its Downtowns

State programs help Tennessee downtown districts shine.

Chattanooga 2.0, works to strengthen workforce opportunities in Chattanooga and Hamilton County.

Child Care Solutions in Chattanooga: Building a Brighter Future for Families

Chattanooga is tackling the child care crisis with innovative solutions to create a bright future for two generations.


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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