Clarksville Local Information
Practical information for Clarksville and Montgomery County: who governs what, trash and recycling, permits, weather alerts and who to call, each linked to the official source.
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Trash and recycling in Clarksville: drop-off, holidays and bulk items
Clarksville has no city trash pickup. You hire a private hauler or use Bi-County's convenience centers, covered by a $5 monthly fee. Bi-County: 931-648-5751.
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Clarksville
Clarksville, Montgomery County and the neighbors: who governs what
How Clarksville fits into Montgomery County and Tennessee: the city, the county, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, the neighboring towns within 15 miles, and which one to call for what.
Property taxes
Montgomery County property taxes: rates, due dates and appeals
2026 rates: $2.10 county plus $1.01 city per $100 assessed. Bills go out in late October; pay by Feb. 28, 2027, to avoid interest. Trustee: 931-648-5717.
Building permits
Building permits and zoning in Clarksville
City permits come from Building & Codes (931-645-7426); zoning changes go through the Regional Planning Commission, next meeting Oct. 27, 2026.
Road work
Clarksville road closures: Saturday race and Brew Moss Drive
Downtown streets close from 5 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, for the half marathon and reopen by 10:30 a.m. Brew Moss Drive is closed for water line work, with a detour.
Home prices
Clarksville home prices and housing market
Zillow's typical Clarksville home value was $317,914 in September 2026, up 0.3% in a year and 22% since 2021, but flat for three years.
Schools
Clarksville schools guide: districts, calendars and ratings
One district, CMCSS, serves all of Clarksville: 38,930 students this fall. Thanksgiving break is Nov. 23-27. Enrollment Center: 931-542-5078.
Things to do
Things to do in Clarksville this month: November 2026
Clarksville in November: the half marathon Nov. 14, Christmas on the Cumberland from Nov. 21, the Speedway lights from Nov. 24 and the Christmas parade Dec. 5.
Voting
Voting in Montgomery County: registration, polls and early voting
Unofficial Nov. 3 results: Mark Riggins won the Clarksville mayor's race and turnout was 36.31%. How to register, photo ID rules and the Election Commission's contacts.
Farmers markets
Clarksville farmers markets
The Downtown Market is closed until May; the new Good Ground Harvest Market runs Tuesdays, 4 to 7 p.m., through Nov. 24 in Sango. Info: 931-645-7476.
Parks
Parks and trails in Clarksville
Clarksville parks are open dawn to dusk. The Greenway, McGregor Park riverwalk, Liberty Park's fishing pond and Dunbar Cave State Park. Parks: 931-645-7476.
Restaurants
Restaurant inspection scores in Montgomery County
Clarksville restaurants are inspected by the Tennessee Department of Health. Look up any report online; Montgomery County Health Department: 931-648-5747.
Business
New businesses in Clarksville: October 2026
New in Clarksville this fall: Bob's Discount Furniture, JP's Hot Chicken on Trenton Road, Chillville Bakery & Boba off Exit 8 and a Toys R Us shop in the mall.
Public notices
Public notices in Clarksville and Montgomery County
Where Clarksville and Montgomery County legal notices are published: the state's Public Notice Tennessee site, city and county pages and meeting agendas.
City Hall
Who to call at Clarksville City Hall
Clarksville City Hall numbers: Mayor's Office 931-645-7444, City Clerk 931-648-6121, police non-emergency 931-648-0656, all 12 council members by ward.
Power outage
Power outages in Clarksville: who to call and outage maps
Power out in Clarksville? CDE Lightband customers call or text 931-648-8151 or use its outage map. Cumberland Electric (CEMC) members: 800-987-2362.
Population
Clarksville population and growth
Clarksville had an estimated 188,829 people on July 1, 2025, up 13.2% since 2020 and 42% since 2010, with a median age of 31. Census Bureau figures.
History
Clarksville history and landmarks
Clarksville was established in 1784 and named for George Rogers Clark. Its National Register sites, Fort Defiance, the Customs House Museum and Riverview Cemetery.
Moving
Moving to Clarksville: utilities, schools, trash, permits, taxes
New to Clarksville? Start power with CDE Lightband, water and gas with Clarksville Gas & Water (931-645-7400), register your car with the County Clerk.
Transportation
Getting around Clarksville: roads, transit, airport, parking
Clarksville's I-24 exits, Clarksville Transit System buses ($1.50 fare, 931-553-2429), downtown parking (first 2 hours free on ParkMobile) and airports.
Neighborhoods
Clarksville neighborhoods: where to live and what each area is like
The county's plan splits Clarksville into planning areas from Downtown to North Clarksville. Eight high schools serve them; ZIP 37043 runs highest.
Neighborhoods
Downtown Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
Downtown Clarksville, between the Red River and Riverside Drive, is mostly zoned for Rossview High. ZIP 37040 was $304,511 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Hilldale, Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
Hilldale, east of downtown on Madison Street, is split between the Clarksville High and Rossview High zones. ZIP 37043 was $398,124 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Lafayette Peachers Mill, Clarksville: homes, schools, commute
Lafayette Peachers Mill, on Fort Campbell Boulevard, is split between the Kenwood and Northwest High zones. ZIP 37042 was $290,703 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
New Providence, Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
New Providence, across the Red River from downtown, is mostly zoned for Kenwood High. ZIP 37042 was $290,703 in September 2026, according to Zillow.
Neighborhoods
North Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
North Clarksville, from the Red River to the Kentucky line, is split among four high school zones. ZIP 37042 was $290,703 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Sango, Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
Sango, around I-24 Exit 11 and Madison Street, is split between the Clarksville and Rossview High zones. ZIP 37043 was $398,124 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
South Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
South Clarksville, in the Cumberland River bend, is mostly zoned for Montgomery Central High. ZIP 37040 was $304,511 in September 2026, per Zillow.
Neighborhoods
St. Bethlehem, Clarksville: homes, schools, parks and commute
St. Bethlehem, around I-24 Exit 4 and Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, is mostly zoned for Rossview High, graded A. It spans ZIP codes 37040 and 37043.
Schools
Clarksville public schools: every school, zone and report card
All 42 CMCSS public schools serving Clarksville, Tenn., with addresses, grades, this fall's enrollment, state letter grades and zone links.