Tourism in Montgomery County continues to thrive as visitor revenue hits record numbers in 2023.
According to data released by Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, Montgomery County visitors generated $385,628,800 in spending in 2023, a 4% increase from 2022.
“We look forward to seeing this report each year that quantifies the work we do,” said Visit Clarksville board chairman Charlie Koon.
“Our staff works every day to market and promote Clarksville to a variety of targeted audiences including leisure travelers, sports event coordinators and meeting planners. The consistent growth in tourism spending and our local tax base doesn’t just happen. We work intentionally and strategically, day in and day out, to drive those numbers up for the benefit of all our residents.”
Direct visitor spending in Montgomery County directly generated $39.5 million in state and local taxes, and indirect and induced impacts, tourism activity supported $590.8 million in business sales in the county.