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Quick Facts

Current Franklin Co. Employment Stats (April 08)
Labor Force                  20,230
Employed                      19,070
Unemployed                    1,060
Unemployment Rate            5.2%

Manufacturing employment has nearly doubled since 1997


Home to four international manufacturing companies.

 
The world’s largest and most advanced complex of flight simulation test facilities are located at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) which is situated at the north end of Franklin County. 

 
Located in the Southern Automotive Corridor, with two auto assembly plants and two automotive engine plants within a 50 mile radius.

 

Located in the Tennessee Valley Corridor (Oak Ridge,Marshal Space Center, AEDC, and UTSI).