Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development

Data & Research

State Economic Data

Tennessee enjoys a vibrant and thriving economy. With a business-friendly climate that facilitates industry and company growth, Tennessee provides limitless opportunities for growth and expansion.

Manufacturing Statistics

Tennessee Economic Statistics

Labor Profiles

Tennessee is a right-to-work state, and its citizens are generally known for their hard work ethic. Tennessee has a numerous amount of high schools, training schools and technical schools, along with state wide colleges and universities, to provide employers with a well-educated pool of potential employees. Tennessee also recognizes the importance of adequate training for employees, offering several programs such as FastTrack Job Training Assistance (FJTAP) and Tennessee Job skills. FJTAP is a source of financial help for both new and expanding businesses and Tennessee Job Skills serves as an incentive for businesses & industries which are considering new investments in technology. Find labor market resources here.

In addition, the Tennessee manufacturing sector remains quite expansive within the state. For further information on manufacturing profiles, headquarter information, and nonagricultural employment statistics, click here.