Rutherford County

About Rutherford County
Rutherford County, Tennessee represents a unique blend of Civil War history and a thriving 21st Century community. Located in the “heart of Tennessee,” it is the population and geographic center of the state. Just southeast of Nashville, the county combines the benefits of smaller-town living with the amenities of a major metropolitan area.

Industry abounds in Rutherford County and represents a Who’s Who of corporate giants, such as Nissan, Ingram, Whirlpool, General Mills, Bridgestone-Firestone, State Farm, and Verizon, just to name a few.

The beautiful 500-acre campus of Middle Tennessee State University is located in Murfreesboro, the county seat. With over 21,000 students, MTSU is the focal point of education in the county.

Graceful structures dating back to the early 1800’s blend with the modern shopping, medical facilities, and amenities to lend a touch of Southern nostalgia to Rutherford County.

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Demographics
Rutherford County is the fastest growing county in Tennessee and one of the 75 fastest growing counties in America. With immigration at well over twice the national average and a cost structure well below many other metropolitan areas, Rutherford County has become the hot new destination for smart people and smart companies.

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Resources
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Schools
    Rutherford County School Board
    Murfreesboro City Schools
    School Info - Rutherford Chamber website
Local Restaurants
Recreation

Important Phone Numbers
Rutherford County
     Register of Deeds (615) 898-7870
    Property Assessor (615) 898-7750
    Trustee Department (615) 898-7705
    Health Department / Environmental (615) 898-7891
    Planning Commission (615) 898-7730
    Building Codes (615) 898-7734
    County Engineer (615) 898-7732
    Middle Tennessee Electric (615) 893-7570
    United Cities Gas (615) 893-5544
    Consolidated Utility District (615) 893-7225

Murfreesboro
    Building & Codes Department (615) 893-3750
    City Hall (615) 893-5210
    Planning Department (615) 893-6441
    Tax Department (615) 893-5210
    Engineering Department (615) 893-6441
    Electric Department (615) 893-5514
    Water & Sewer Department (615) 890-0862