A Place to Thrive.

Picturesque Polk County offers mountains and rivers, natural and state protected areas and a quiet, family-oriented quality of life. Its convenient location, bordering both Virginia and North Carolina, gives Polk County residents and businesses easy access to major markets.

Residents take pride in their work and education, with some of the highest high school graduation rates in the state. Businesses who come here, such as those in the health care, advanced manufacturing and outdoor adventure industries, experience tremendous success. With the abundance of natural resources and a solid infrastructure, Polk County is the place to bring your business to thrive.

Martin Campbell Field (Copperhill)
Martin Campbell Field (Copperhill)
Chilhowee-Gliderport
Chilhowee-Gliderport
McMinn County
McMinn County
Tennessee Wesleyan College
Tennessee Wesleyan College
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Athens
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Athens
Cleveland Regional Jetport
Cleveland Regional Jetport
Lee University
Lee University
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland State Community College
Benton Industrial Site
Benton Industrial Site
Copper Basin Industrial Site
Copper Basin Industrial Site
Hwy 411 Site
Hwy 411 Site
Hiwassee State Park
Hiwassee State Park
Thunder Rock Recreation Area
Thunder Rock Recreation Area
  • Commercial Airports
  • General Airports
  • 4 Year Schools
  • 2 Year Schools
  • Certified Sites
  • Available Sites
  • Area Parks

Polk County, TN

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COUNTY CONTACT

Hoyt Firestone

Polk County Executive (423) 338-4527 Email

STATE OF TENNESSEE CONTACT

Sam Willis

TNECD Southeast Tennessee Regional Director (423) 254-4275 Email
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Polk County offers a trained workforce, natural resources and a strong infrastructure to help your business thrive.
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