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Fort Payne businesses and residents benefit from the city’s proximity to six major Southeastern markets while enjoying a lower cost of living and lower cost of doing business.
Fort Payne, Alabama has earned the distinction as one of the “100 Best Small Towns in America.”
With a population of just over 15,000, citizens enjoy small-town living and quality of life coupled with the amenities and attractions of a big city. Located less than an hour southwest of Chattanooga, Tenn., Fort Payne is nestled between Lookout Mountain and Sand Mountain and boasts a wide array of business, culture and events.

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From startups to manufacturing, businesses benefit from our fast GIG broadband internet and low cost of living with easy access to larger cities.
Near major metro areas
Chattanooga (53 miles), Huntsville (68 miles), Birmingham (95 miles), Atlanta (119 miles) and Nashville (163 miles)
Cost of Living is 7.3% lower than the national average
Central hub with easy access to Interstate 59
Strong workforce development and high school employment initiatives
Desirable quality of life with easy access to outdoor recreation
Fast GIG broadband Internet
Median home price of $200,000
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Chamber News
McCurdy Completes Intensive Economic Development Training Course
“Serving the community as the Executive Director of Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce is such an honor. Having the opportunity to expand my knowledge base through programs such as The Intensive Economic Development Training Course will only help me in my endeavors for community growth,” McCurdy said.
Thrive launches Greater Chattanooga Freight Hub research portal
Rhett Bentley Thrive Regional Partnership (843) 597-0439 rbentley@thriveregion.org A research effort between Thrive Regional Partnership and Georgia Institute for Technology has developed an interactive data platform to support government and industry leaders in making informed [...]
Chamber of Commerce launches new podcast
“Business is Booming” features interviews with businesses and local leaders The Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the release of its new podcast, Business is Booming. This show will help listeners learn [...]
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