Huntsville/Madison County is a smart place to live. Located in the heart of the Tennessee Valley, we offer a wide range of lifestyle options, from urban and suburban to rural. Residents enjoy higher incomes than the national average and a lower cost of living. Affordable homes, sun-belt weather and short commutes promise more money in your pocket and more time to enjoy it.

Our K-12 schools are “blue ribbon” ranked by Expansion Management Magazine, the leading site selection publication for businesses, and our high school graduation requirements are among the toughest in the nation. Our education initiatives in reading and math/science/technology have received national attention for their impact on student achievement, and we lead the country in percentage of certified teachers. We have several technical, two-year, and four-year institutions that offer post-secondary education up to the doctoral level.

Graduates of our education system include John Hendricks, the founder and CEO of the Discovery Channel, Mike Brown, the astronomer who “plutoed” Pluto, and Jimmy Wales, creator of Wikipedia.

The recent Hollywood movie “Constellation” was set in Huntsville and offers a glimpse into the contemporary lifestyle we enjoy. Associated Press profile on the movie focuses on the supporting role Huntsville played.

We are a regional center for excellence in health care, and our new cancer center and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital affiliate continue this tradition.

But don’t take our word for it – read what some new residents have to say about relocating to the Tennessee Valley.