Franklin, TN

Williamson County is home to gently rolling hills, century-old farms, preserved historic areas and 16 public parks – but don’t let its quaintness fool you. This area is bustling in business and recreation. Companies big and small are excelling here, from Mars Petcare and Nissan to LeanKit and Swiftwick (hello, jobs!). And as far as recreation, residents and the area’s millions of visitors are having a blast shopping at their favorite stores, chowing down on the delicious local cuisine and living up the popular nightlife, which has never been hotter.