Good Economic News: From Baristas to Bankers Tennessee’s Quiet Economic Comeback Is Underway

Jobs are growing, paychecks are rising, and Tennesseans are investing in each other—from McMinnville to Knoxville and everywhere in between.

Justin Reed

Jul 24, 2025 - 3 min read

While national headlines swing back and forth, Tennessee is quietly stacking wins that matter: higher wages, new housing, smarter banking, and more. Photo courtesy of Live Richer on Unsplash.

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