Living in Clarksville, Tennessee on EB-3

Overview

Clarksville is a fast-growing military city next to the Fort Campbell army base and the 5th-largest city in Tennessee. Population is about 166,722 (2020 Census).

Cost of living & rent

Reference rent for a 1-bedroom apartment (HUD FY2026, Clarksville TN-KY area): ~$1,094/month. With the Crew Member job at $12/hour (~$2,080/month before tax, estimated), 1-BR rent takes about 53% of pre-tax pay.

Getting around

The Clarksville Transit System (CTS) runs 10 bus routes. Nashville is about 45 miles away; the nearest airport is Nashville (BNA).

Climate

Humid subtropical: hot summers, cold winters, with occasional light snow.

Economy & jobs

Fort Campbell army base, Austin Peay State University, manufacturing (Hankook), logistics (FedEx).

Vietnamese / Asian community

Asian markets: Mimi's Asian Food Market, Fresh & Fresh International Market (Wilma Rudolph Blvd). Vietnamese-language Mass at St. Pius X Church in Nashville.

EB-3 jobs in Clarksville

• Crew Member – $12.00/hour – temporarily full (Oct 29, 2026); message GJO to be notified when openings return

Sources: Wikipedia (2020 Census) · HUD FMR FY2026 · Clarksville Now.

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