2021 Most Diverse Places to Live in Tennessee

Glencliff

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN
• Rating 3.43 out of 5  21 reviews

Niche User: My neighborhood is really calm.We may not talk to everyone, but no one messes with each other.Read 21 Reviews

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• 12,281 Population

Woodbine

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN
• Rating 3.67 out of 5  6 reviews

Current Resident: This eclectic and vibrant neighborhood has many amenities that any age can benefit from. With a Central Park, library branch, and easy access to many of the high traffic areas of nashville, it’s no surprise that Woodbine is now exploding. Among the great features this neighborhood has that are state run, there is also an amazing food scene that is both diverse in abundance as well as ethnic choices. Overall I would stay in this part of nashville for the remainder of my life...Read 6 Reviews

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• 9,780 Population

Nashville

• City in Tennessee
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  1,490 reviews

Current Resident: I've been a resident of Nashville for almost three years now (born and raised in Cedar Rapids, IA). Nashville is no doubt an "it city", with at one time close to 100 people moving here a day! It's also Music City, and that's not just some silly nickname. As a working musician who's played in different areas around the country, I can say with complete certainty that Nashville's music scene is unlike any other, with a very open arms approach to upcoming artists either local or transient. Live music of all sorts every day of the week across all areas of the city at multiple top level venues. This is Music City. ...Aside from the music and arts scene, this is also a city that prides itself on its many outdoors attractions. Biking/walking trails throughout the city along with wonderful parks of all sizes are extremely welcoming as well as a great reprieve from the sometimes overbearing hustle and bustle of downtown...Read 1,490 Reviews

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• 663,750 Population

La Vergne

• Suburb of Nashville, TN
• Rating 3.74 out of 5  91 reviews

Current Resident: La Vergne is a nice suburban city with loads of friendly people and good eats. The city continues to grow and is one of the most diverse cities in the state of Tennessee. Also, the community of La Vergne is very well kept for there is rarely ever litter to be found thanks to students at clubs throughout the La Vergne district volunteering to clean...Read 91 Reviews

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• 35,411 Population

Clarksville

• City in Tennessee
• Rating 3.62 out of 5  588 reviews

Current Resident: There are many great hole-in-the-wall type businesses in Clarksville that are owned by locals that make Clarksville an interesting place. There are high respects for military members, as it is also a military town due to the location of Fort Campbell Army base! Plenty of parks and trails to keep you busy outdoors, and many different types of indoor activities, like laser tag and mini golf, if you're an indoors type of person! We also have many art galleries and the Roxy that put on amazing shows. I would definitely recommend Clarksville as a place for people to visit...Read 588 Reviews

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• 152,934 Population

Bells

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 3 out of 5  1 review

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• 2,736 Population

Jackson

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 3.58 out of 5  202 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in Jackson, TN the majority of my life. I have seen it grow from a town that people would miss if they blinked into a place they that stop every time they pass through. Jackson is known for its antique shops, southern style cooking and Rock-a-Billy music. Although, no place is completely safe, I believe the majority of the residents feel safe with our law enforcement protocols and neighborhood watches. Would I come to Jackson to "make it?" Probably not. But it is a place where you can live in an culturally rich environment, raise you children and most of all be happy...Read 202 Reviews

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• 66,870 Population

Springfield

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 3.6 out of 5  67 reviews

Current Resident: It is safe to walk around the town. As a teenager, I am able to walk around it alone without fear of being in danger. The community is connected here, they know each other well. They are friendly, giving you a smile as you pass by, helping with directions, help when purchasing in stores, etc...Read 67 Reviews

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• 17,092 Population

Chattanooga

• City in Tennessee
• Rating 3.96 out of 5  536 reviews

Current Resident: I have grown up in Chattanooga but always took it for granted until I went away to college and realized what a cool city it is. It's a happy medium between a booming crowded tourist city like Nashville and a small town with nothing to do. It has the attractions and activities of a huge city, but with a lower cost of living and not as crowded. They have really renovated downtown into something really nice, and there's a lot of waterfront activities. Tons of hiking in the mountains surrounding the city and really nice scenery. Highly recommend for a weekend getaway, a whole vacation, or a relocation if you're looking for a new home!...Read 536 Reviews

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• 179,690 Population

Shelbyville

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  34 reviews

Current Resident: Overall, Shelbyville is a nice, small town. Unfortunately most residents have long commutes to work due to limited employment in town. I would definitely like to see more venues for entertainment and food...Read 34 Reviews

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• 21,591 Population

Millington

• Suburb of Memphis, TN
• Rating 3.81 out of 5  36 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived here all my life, a great place to grow up! The people are kind and it is the perfect mix of quiet and tranquil residential areas with a small but lively city.Read 36 Reviews

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• 10,645 Population

Collegedale

• Suburb of Chattanooga, TN
• Rating 4.17 out of 5  18 reviews

Current Resident: This small town on the edge of a relatively large city (Chattanooga), is the perfect combination of quiet with a lot going on. It's a college town like few other college towns. The local university is religious, and they are passionate about serving the surrounding community and the world. The "Greenway" is a paved nature trail that stretched through the entire town, and there are numerous hiking trails. This is an ideal safe place for all ages, families and singles alike!...Read 18 Reviews

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• 11,275 Population

Edgehill

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

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• 5,634 Population

Boscobel Heights

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

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• 2,693 Population

Memphis

• City in Tennessee
• Rating 3.56 out of 5  1,086 reviews

Current Resident: My experience Here in Memphis has been great. What I like about Memphis is the barbecue foods and the hustle everyone has in their lives. One thing I would probably change is nothing, but I love to add an amusement park is it can be more fun...Read 1,086 Reviews

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• 651,932 Population

Murfreesboro

• City in Tennessee
• Rating 3.95 out of 5  552 reviews

Current Resident: Love my city! It keeps growing and growing! It slowly but surely is starting to look like Nashville, less all the nightlife. The traffic jams are incredibly annoying, though, so if you decide to work in Nashville, prepare to leave 2 hours early or else you will be stuck in bottleneck traffic. However, it usually clears pretty quickly but is a long drive. Especially if there happens to be a wreck on the interstate during peak hours, but the local Emergency Services can usually get it cleared quickly. Lots of help and community, as this is right beside the university, Middle Tennessee State...Read 552 Reviews

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• 136,366 Population

Ripley

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 2.67 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: Ripley is a very nice town. Has a great park. Ripley has an excellent Fitness Center. Olympic Steakhouse is a good restaurant on Hwy 51. In 2017, I moved back to Tennessee and chose to live in Ripley. I was born at Fulton, Tennessee. I left Fulton when I was 5 years old and came back 65 years later...Read 9 Reviews

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• 7,947 Population

Cleveland Park

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

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• 5,488 Population

Douglas Park

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

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• 4,377 Population

Edgefield

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

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• 3,039 Population

Covington

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 3.78 out of 5  32 reviews

Current Resident: Perfect family friendly area. Close to Jackson and Memphis for major medical centres or shopping but plenty of local shops or doctor and nurse practitioner facilities for day to day needs.Read 32 Reviews

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• 8,857 Population

Smyrna

• Suburb of Nashville, TN
• Rating 3.81 out of 5  176 reviews

Current Resident: Nice place to live, great schools, friendly people, and very safe place to stay,live, and reside. Smyrna is a very good place to raise kids and have good occupational choices to choose from Nashville is only a 30 minufrom Smyrna. Traffic is pretty light and very easy to navigate. The city is pretty small so it fairly easy to get around because it's pretty much a circle there are shopping centers for the average consumers, there's a Walmart supercenter, and pretty much anything the big city has to offer except a nightlife there are no night clubs or dance clubs there are a few bars one could attend depending on the crowd of people you like to be around there are several to choose from. Crime is pretty much non existent not saying there isn't any but there is crime any where and everywhere over the globe, Smyrna is for example so safe you can happen to forget to leave your keys in the ignition when ever you wake they will still be there...Read 176 Reviews

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• 49,552 Population

McFerrin Park

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN
• Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Current Resident: I love the community feel. I love the sidewalks and the restaurants popping up nearby. It's a great place to live. I dislike the nearby schools and there is some crime that isn't ideal.Read 1 Review

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• 3,863 Population

Wedgewood/Houston

• Neighborhood in Nashville, TN
• Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: I love wedgewood-houston! It's a 7-minute drive to downtown or 15 mins across the bridge to East. There are tons of art gallery's, coffee shops, and bars all within walking distance. I've lived in Green Hills and East Nashville, and WH is by far my favorite place I've lived here. There is tall-and-skinny development happening, unfortunately, but most streets that haven't been completely gentrified yet remain charming!...Read 2 Reviews

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• 4,344 Population

Columbia

• Town in Tennessee
• Rating 3.47 out of 5  91 reviews

Current Resident: I have grown up in Columbia, Tennessee. Locals, such as myself, call the city "Muletown" because Columbia is the mule capital of the world! Every year we have a huge festival that lasts a week long, dedicated just to mules. I have always loved living here and hope my family stays, when I move away for college. My favorite part of Columbia is the Square, all of the stores around the square have been remodeled and restored...Read 91 Reviews

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• 38,380 Population