• Population of more than 10,000 with more than 18% growth since 2000*
• Aproximately 30 miles north of Nashville, TN and 30 miles south of Bowling Green, KY
• Annual average temperature of 56.4 degrees Fahrenheit*
• Annual average percipitation of 51.4 inches*
• Annual average snowfall of 12 inches*
• Elevation of aproximately 805 feet above sea level*
• Schools: 5 elementary schools, 1 junior high, 1 senior high, 2 private schools
• Nearest hospital: Portland Medical Center, centrally located within city                                               
• For more information, including census information, contact the City of Portland directly.
• *Source: Middle Tennessee Industrial Development Association 2007 Community Data Profile                                                                                              

• Over 60 major industrial manufacturers and distributors
• Approximately 300 retail and service non-industrial based businesses
• Low 4.4% unemployment rate*
• Nearest public airport: Portland Municipal Airport, 3 miles NE of city*
• 3 commercial banks with four branches                                                                                                                            
• For more information on local businesses, contact the Chamber of Commerce directly.
• *Source: Middle Tennessee Industrial Development Association 2007 Community Data Profile                                                                              

The Three-Star Program was created over 23 years ago to help Tennessee position itself as a leader in economic and industrial development.  The communities that receive the Three-Star Award have demonstrated the highest levels of economic performance. They continue to experience success with more new projects, expansions, jobs and capital investments.