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Brentwood, TN

Brentwood, TN located in scenic Williamson County is just south of Nashville, and is one of the most desirable suburban locations in Tennessee. The city offers a high standard of living, abundant recreational amenities, some of Tennessee’s best shopping and top-quality public schools. Brentwood TN is located close to the Nashville International Airport and all the sights and sounds of downtown Nashville.

The first settlers came to the Brentwood area in the late 1700’s as much of the land was granted to Revolutionary War soldiers by the State of North Carolina.  Brentwood TN grew and prospered and by the time of the Civil War, the area was one of the richest in the state. By the end of the War, there were very few farm animals or growing crops left. The war left its scar on the economy and many homes and plantations fell to ruin.

Brentwood TN recovered from the Civil War and with the construction of the Interstate in the 1960’s Brentwood TN grew and prospered and by the 1990’s the area was again one of the richest in the state.

Brentwood, TN Neighborhoods

Brentwood, often referred to as “where Nashville lives,” is known for its upscale homes and large, one-acre lots. But there are also older, more affordable neighborhoods and emerging communities with smaller lot sizes geared toward seniors. Housing here maintains a steady appreciation. Brentwood has averaged 450 new housing starts annually and has grown at a steady rate of 4.7 percent each year.

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Brentwood, TN Demographics and Education

The population of Brentwood, TN is approximately 23,445 people with the median age being 41 years of age.  Of the population 94.63% are white, 1.89% African American, 0.16% Native American, 2.50% Asian, 0.19% from other races, and 0.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.10% of the population.

Brentwood, TN is Tennessee’s best educated city, proportionately, with 69.4% of adult residents holding an associate degree or higher, and 64.7% of adults possessing a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Brentwood, TN has 7,693 households out of which 48.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 82.2% were married couples living together.  The average household size was 3.02 and the average family size was 3.24.  Brentwood, TN median household income in Brentwood was $129,771, and the median family income was $143,746

Brentwood, TN Geography and Climate

Brentwood, TN has an average July high temperature of 89 degrees and in January a low of 25 degrees.  As with must of Tennessee, Brentwood, TN features four seasons with a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters.

Brentwood, TN and Williamson County Business Climate

Companies like Nissan North America, Mars Petcare, Tractor Supply Corporation, Healthways, Community Health Systems, Verizon Wireless and many other major corporations have corporate or divisional headquarters in Brentwood, TN or Williamson County. The range of industries and work represented by business in Brentwood includes music, healthcare, retail, publishing, law, banking and finance, insurance and telecommunications.

Williamson County combines high quality of life with a booming economy and the second lowest unemployment rate in the state, earning it national rankings as one of the best places to get ahead and the best places to live. Williamson County is ranked among the wealthiest counties in the country. In 2006 it was the 11th wealthiest county in the country according to the U.S. Census Bureau, but the Council for Community and Economic Research ranked Williamson County as America’s wealthiest county (1st) when the local cost of living was factored into the equation with median household income.

Brentwood, TN Health Care

Living in Brentwood provides easy access to 10 major medical centers and numerous clinics and medical specialists both in Williamson County and in Nashville. The metropolitan area surrounding Nashville is fortunate to be the home to nearly 300 health care companies.

Brentwood, TN Parks

Family activities make up the bulk of Brentwood, TN’s cultural and recreation opportunities, whether it’s a concert at one of the area’s lively parks or photography classes at the popular and active Martin Center for seniors. The Brentwood Library is a hub of activity and constantly features local artists in its halls, while the Towne Center Theatre brings performing arts to the city.

  • Concord Park – Concord Park is a 40-acre park at Concord Road and Knox Valley Drive. It is home to the Brentwood Library and near Lipscomb Elementary School. Concord Park features paved walking and biking trails. A trailhead for a portion of the Concord Park walking trail is located adjacent to the Brentwood Family YMCA.
  • Crockett Park – Crockett Park is Brentwood’s largest park, at more than 170 acres. It features seven lit tennis courts, restroom/concessions buildings, eight lit ball fields, 11 multi-purpose fields, bikeway/jogging trails, a frisbee golf course, two historic homes, a community playground, picnic shelters, and the Eddy Arnold amphitheater. Recently, Crockett Park has added an indoor arena used for soccer, lacrosse, and flag football. It also serves as the home for Brentwood’s yearly Fourth of July fireworks celebration. The City of Brentwood sponsors an annual summer concert series at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park, with free admission to the public.
  • Deerwood Arboretum and Nature Area – is 27 acres and has a full observation deck, outdoor covered classrooms, and an amphitheater, the Arboretum. It contains man-made lakes, nature trails, and indigenous wildlife, and the Little Harpeth River flows through it.
  • Granny White Park- is a 32-acre park with several sporting facilities including four lighted tennis courts, softball/baseball fields, jogging/biking trails, a multi-purpose field (soccer and lacrosse goals provided), sand volleyball court, playground, and picnic pavilion and is located near Brentwood Middle School.
  • Maryland Way Park – is located in the Maryland Farms area and includes a paved walking and biking path with 20 exercise stations on 7 acres. Maryland Way park is adjacent to the Maryland Farms YMCA.
  • Primm Park – is a 31-acre park off Moores Lane. Located on the site is Boiling Springs Academy, a historic schoolhouse built in 1832 and restored in 2003. The park is also home to the Fewkes Native American mounds site, a Mississippian mound complex consisting of five mounds arrayed around a central plaza. The Fewkes site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Owl Creek Park – is Brentwood’s newest park, completed in the summer of 2007. It is 21 acres and includes a playground, picnic shelters, walking paths, and basketball courts.
  • River Park – is a 43-acre park adjacent to Crockett Park. It features a restroom facility, playground, outdoor basketball court, and borders the YMCA soccer fields. Adjacent to River Park is the Brentwood Family YMCA, now complete with a skate park.
  • Tower Park- is a 47-acre park north of the WSM Tower off Concord Road. It includes multi-purpose fields, natural open spaces, and jogging and biking trails. The new Williamson County Indoor Sports Complex is located here. At 76,000 square feet, it consists of a fifty meter indoor pool, five indoor tennis courts, a fitness center, full-service locker rooms, a childcare room, and a multi-purpose room.

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