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Huntsville Overview
The Huntsville/Madison County economy is one of the strongest economies in the Southeast, marked by low unemployment, steady job growth, and income levels that regularly lead the region. Business growth and investments from U.S. and international companies have made Huntsville/Madison County one of the country’s “hot spots” for business growth and quality of life.
Situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains amid numerous lakes and the winding Tennessee River, the region boasts numerous opportunities for hiking, biking, golf and water sports.
Though smaller than many major metropolitan areas, the community’s low-cost advantages and attractive lifestyle have garnered recognition from major publications as one of the country’s best values for quality of life.
- Named one of America’s top 5 technology cities
October 2007 Computerworld
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- Top adventure town; 50 best places to live and play
September 2007 National Geographic Adventure
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- One of the country’s top 10 metros for business vitality
June 2007 Wall Street Journal
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- Nationally, a top 10 metro for scientists and engineers
May 2007 Expansion Management
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- #1 U.S. small city of the future
April 2007 Foreign Direct Investment
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Detailed information available from the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County
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