The Knoxville, TN Metro Area is home to many thriving communities and has been consistently ranked highly in various areas. In BestPlaces’s 2018 Top 100 Best Places to Live list, the Knoxville Area ranked #16, due to its overall low cost of living, high educational attainment rate, and impressive job growth. Additionally, Knoxville was named one of the Top 10 Best Cities in 2017 by U.S News & World Report for its affordability and strong job market. With an unemployment rate that is consistently lower than the national average, high college enrollment rate, and a thriving downtown area with vibrant culture and attractions, it’s no surprise that Knoxville continues to rank so highly among cities across the country.
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