--- title: "Moving to Chattanooga TN: 10 Tips That Give Your Move An Advantage" description: "Moving to Chattanooga TN (2021): 10 Tips That Give Your Move An Advantage" image: https://blog.valorbrokers.com/hubfs/Chattanooga.png --- - [tel:423-362-4166](tel:423-362-4166) ### 423-362-4166 ![Cropped Blank Background-1](https://blog.valorbrokers.com/hubfs/Cropped%20Blank%20Background-1.png) - [About Us](https://valorbrokers.com/about) - What we do - [Personal Insurance](https://valorbrokers.com/personal-insurance) - [Commercial Insurance](https://valorbrokers.com/commercial-insurance) - [Get A Bond](https://aminsgroup.propeller.insure/axelerator-public/) - Get Coverage Now - [Request A Proposal](https://valorbrokers.com/proposalrequest) - [Get A Bond - Buy Now](https://aminsgroup.propeller.insure/axelerator-public/) - [About](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/about) - Insurance - [Personal Insurance](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/landing/personal-insurance) - [Commercial Insurance](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/commercial-insurance) - [FAQs](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/?page_id=21) - [Blog](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/contact) - [Request a Quote](https://www.theamericaninsurancegroup.com/request-a-quote) ![](https://blog.valorbrokers.com/hubfs/Chattanooga.png) # Moving to Chattanooga TN: 10 Tips That Give Your Move An Advantage By [Keith Rocha](https://blog.valorbrokers.com/author/keith-rocha) | August 27, 2021 If you’re thinking about moving to Chattanooga you know this city is drop-dead gorgeous. If cities could enter beauty pageants Chattanooga would win the crown every time.  It’s the only city to have ever won [Outside Magazine’s Best Town Ever award](https://www.outsideonline.com/video/why-chattanooga-best-town-ever/)... twice. And if that isn't enough, the cost of living in Chattanooga remains below the national average. With all these perks, it's no surprise that the city is growing. Remote workers and digital nomads are seeking out our city alongside job-hunters. If you’re planning to move to Chattanooga, here is some local insight that will help you transition. ## 1. Best Neighborhoods in Chattanooga with Trail Access Interested in moving to Chattanooga because of the vibrant outdoor scene? You may be interested in living in a neighborhood with trail access. If so, here’s where to look: **Hill City** Multiple neighborhood trailheads lead to the [Stringer’s Ridge Trails](https://www.trgt.org/stringers). These trails have great views of downtown and are suitable for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers of all skill levels. Collegedale In Collegedale you'll find within walking distance: The [Wolftever Creek Greenway](https://www.traillink.com/trail/wolftever-creek-greenway/) for biking, walking, and running. [The Goliath Wall](https://www.mountainproject.com/area/107792390/goliath-wall)for rock climbing [The Biology Trails](https://outdoorchattanooga.com/biology-trails-at-white-oak/) for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running. St. Elmo This historic part of town has a friendly [neighborhood bike path](https://www.google.com/search?q=st%20elmo%20bike%20path&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS889US889&oq=st+elmo+bike+path&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i160l2.2823j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&tbs=lrf:!1m4!1u17!2m2!17m1!1e2!1m4!1u3!2m2!3m1!1e1!1m4!1u2!2m2!2m1!1e1!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!2m4!1e17!4m2!17m1!1e2!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:1&tbm=lcl&sxsrf=ALeKk00463uvTjunz8gh2P7ENTDbBz3n2Q:1629208571096&rflfq=1&num=10&rldimm=10524533339369071972&lqi=ChFzdCBlbG1vIGJpa2UgcGF0aEiE6uyzuq2AgAhaJxAAEAEQAhADGAAYASIRc3QgZWxtbyBiaWtlIHBhdGgqBggDEAIQA5IBD3BlZGVzdHJpYW5fem9uZZoBJENoZERTVWhOTUc5blMwVkpRMEZuU1VSWmNqbElUSE4zUlJBQqoBERABKg0iCWJpa2UgcGF0aCgA&phdesc=uXhytyKidwA&ved=2ahUKEwiogJTxmrjyAhWRAp0JHbmmCHEQvS4wAXoECBAQOQ&rlst=f#rlfi=hd:;si:10524533339369071972,l,ChFzdCBlbG1vIGJpa2UgcGF0aEiE6uyzuq2AgAhaJxAAEAEQAhADGAAYASIRc3QgZWxtbyBiaWtlIHBhdGgqBggDEAIQA5IBD3BlZGVzdHJpYW5fem9uZZoBJENoZERTVWhOTUc5blMwVkpRMEZuU1VSWmNqbElUSE4zUlJBQqoBERABKg0iCWJpa2UgcGF0aCgA,y,uXhytyKidwA;mv:[[35.111323399999996,-85.0485374],[34.8241286,-85.50860709999999]];tbs:lrf:!1m4!1u17!2m2!17m1!1e2!1m4!1u3!2m2!3m1!1e1!1m4!1u2!2m2!2m1!1e1!2m1!1e2!2m1!1e3!2m4!1e17!4m2!17m1!1e2!3sIAE,lf:1,lf_ui:1). There is also access to Lookout Mountain’s [Guild Hardy Trail](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/guild-hardy-loop-trail) and a [bouldering park](https://www.seclimbers.org/project/the-boulders-at-old-wauhatchie-st-elmo-boulders/).  Black Creek [A gated community](https://www.blackcreekliving.com/) with its own private Lookout Valley Trail System. ## 2. The Humidity is Real  Southern humidity is no myth. You’ll feel it most during the months of June-September. If your new home has a basement or crawlspace, we recommend investing in a [quality dehumidifier](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/appliances/g27192069/best-dehumidifier/). With a climate like this, it’s best to act on the defensive to prevent mold growth.  ## 3. Don’t Even Call Comcast or AT&T  Chattanooga has 2 primary monikers: Scenic City and Gig City. The Gig City title was inspired by a local energy company. [EPB](https://epb.com/) introduced city-wide fiber optics in 2010. This gave Chattanooga some of the fastest internet speeds in the world. And aside from their internet bragging rights… their customer service is amazing. You can say goodbye to hour-long customer service queues. There's no need to take a day off work, waiting for someone to arrive to set up your internet “between the hours of 7 am-9 pm”. EPB is such a great company that I’ve overheard Chattanooga natives say things like: “I wouldn’t mind trying living in Colorado or Montana for a few years… but they don’t have EPB.” ## 4. Chattanooga Job Hunting Resources Remote workers and digital nomads can skip this section! But if you’re needing to get a new job to relocate to Chattanooga, read on. A few large companies dominate the local workforce in Chattanooga. These companies also usually have a large hiring list at any given time. If you have your heart set on Chattanooga but need to find a job to move, check out these companies: [Unum](https://careers.unum.com/global/en) [Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee](https://www.bcbst.com/about/careers/) [TVA](https://www.tva.com/careers) [EPB](https://epb.com/careers/) [Volkswagen](https://careers.vw.com/) [Erlanger](https://www.erlanger.org/job-opportunities/home) [CHI Memorial Hospital](https://www.memorial.org/en/about-us/careers.html) Chattanooga is also a major logistics hub. Many of which will hire recruits with no experience and help them build a solid career. If this sounds appealing to you, check out: [Coyote](https://coyote.com/careers/) [Covenant Transport](https://www.covenantlogistics.com/) [U.S. Express](https://www.usxpress.com/careers/) [Kenco](https://www.kencogroup.com/employment/) ## 5. Meeting New People Making new friends as an adult is always difficult. But it’s not impossible... especially in a place with Southern hospitality roots. Check out the [Chattanooga Meetups site](https://www.meetup.com/cities/us/tn/chattanooga/). They’ve got something for everybody… from board games to SUP boarding to line dancing. There’s even a specified “Chattanewbies” group. Join the adult [Kickball league](https://www.gokickball.com/markets/chattanooga). These guys *really* know how to have fun! Games can get pretty competitive, but somebody always brings beer. Volunteer. There are all sorts of amazing non-profits around town.[Find one that matches your values](https://www.volunteermatch.org/search?l=Chattanooga,%20TN,%20USA), and you’re guaranteed to find a community of like-minded people Try a Farmshare. [Crabtree Farms](https://www.crabtreefarms.org/?doing_wp_cron=1629209667.3741049766540527343750) is a great place for this. Get your hands dirty, meet some new people, and score a weekly box of free veggies. ## 6. Brace Yourself For Chattanooga Parking As a whole, the downtown parking situation isn’t bad. It’s not usually hard to find a spot. Even on the busiest days, you’ll be able to find a place at the [Chesnut Street Garage](https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS889US889&tbs=lf:1,lf_ui:3&tbm=lcl&sxsrf=ALeKk03teZBbS6UUqkD93VsyaFk-eSRMHg:1629209845667&q=parking+garage+downtown+chattanooga&rflfq=1&num=10&ved=2ahUKEwjHyvXQn7jyAhXQHM0KHV5OC9AQtgN6BAgaEAc#rlfi=hd:;si:13469004329797864679;mv:[[35.05736222338375,-85.29921656242975],[35.050160352046674,-85.3153098165191],null,[35.053761367106304,-85.30726318947443],17]). But here’s the trick with downtown parking… you need to download not one, but two different parking apps. Yeah, I know… it’s a little frustrating. But it’s best to go ahead and get the apps set up. You don't want to worry about setting up an account when you’re late for dinner plans or (god forbid) a job interview. Here are the apps you'll need to get: [Parkmobile](https://parkmobile.io/) [Reef](https://reeftechnology.com/app/) ## 7. Make Weekend Reservations Only recently has Chattanooga become a “reservation required” kind of city. We welcome the Chattanewcomers with open arms. But one side effect has been longer wait times at Chattanooga’s best eateries. If you’re planning on having a weekend dinner downtown, you’ll need to make a reservation or face the possibility of grabbing a Wendy’s burger instead.   ## 8. Go Out on Rainy Days  In this city, there exists something I like to call “The Sunday Afternoon Effect”. There is a community-wide appreciation for beautiful days. And it shows. Chattanooga on a beautiful, sunny, 70-degree Sunday afternoon is a bustling metropolis. Downtown is filled with dog walkers, rollerbladers, buskers, bikers, and brunchers. All the local trails are saturated with back-pack-clad nature lovers. There is uplifting energy about the place. On rainy days, these same sites are deserted. They're almost unrecognizable. It’s worthwhile to put on your rain jacket, grab a mug of hot tea, and explore the same places with new eyes. On rainy days, clouds hang low adding dimension to our mountains and ridges. Mushrooms poke their heads out of the moss. Fog moves in and out. It’s a different kind of beauty.    ## 9. You’re So Close To Other Awesome Places A surprising perk of this city is that you’re so close to other amazing places.  Chattanooga to Nashville, TN 2 hrs  Chattanooga to Atlanta, GA 1.5 hrs  Chattanooga to Asheville, NC 4 hrs  Chattanooga to Knoxville, TN 1.5 hrs  Chattanooga to Savanna, GA 5 hrs Chattanooga to The Great Smoky Mountains 2 hrs Hellooo weekend getaways! And don’t forget about the perk of airfare ticket comparison. Chattanooga has an airport, of course. But if you’re a budget traveler, the opportunity to cost-compare tickets out of Chattanooga/ Atlanta/ Nashville is valuable. You can always take advantage of the [Groome shuttle](https://groometransportation.com/chattanooga/?&sd_client_id=null) to get you to-and-from the airports.  ## 10. No Tennessee Income Tax Tennessee is [one of only 9 states in America](https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/info-2020/states-without-an-income-tax.html#:~:text=Nine%20states%20%E2%80%94%20Alaska%2C%20Florida%2C,on%20investment%20income%20in%202021.\)) that has no income tax. If you’re moving here from out-of-state you’ll immediately feel the benefit of this on your paychecks. Pop the confetti! But when house hunting, you should note that several Chattanooga suburbs are located in North Georgia (ie. Lookout Mountain, Flinstone, Chickamauga, Ringgold, and Rising Fawn). George *is* an income tax state. Property taxes tend to be a bit higher in Georgia too. Run the numbers before finding your dream house.  Pack Your Bags! 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