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Military Bases in Tennessee
Explore 20 military bases in Tennessee. Browse by branch and open detailed installation pages.
Tennessee hosts military installations that support training, operations, logistics, and regional readiness missions. Use this hub to compare base locations, branch presence, and relocation fit across local communities.
- Installations
- 20
- Service categories
- 4
Military Economic Impact
Economic impact in Tennessee
OLDCC DoD spending baseline for every state, plus curated statewide impact studies when published.
- DoD spending (OLDCC)
- $4.0B
- State impact study
- —
- Personnel
- 9,199
- Installations listed
- 19
14× Installation; 2× Ammunition Plant; 1× Air National Guard Base; 1× Naval Support Activity. OLDCC FY2023 DoD contract, payroll, and grant spending for this state (consistent federal baseline). Statewide GDP/output multiplier studies are shown separately when curated.
Branch Presence
Branch-level coverage for military installations in Tennessee.
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Narrow results by branch (uses URL query params).
Army
10 installations
10 Army bases in Tennessee. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Holston Army Ammunition PlantKingsport, TNArmyAmmunition PlantHolston Army Ammunition Plant manufactures military explosives including RDX and HMX for munitions production.View base
- Milan Army Ammunition PlantMilan, TNArmyAmmunition PlantMilan Army Ammunition Plant produces demolition materials and stores conventional ammunition for the military.View base
- Fort CampbellArmyFort Campbell is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- NG Jackson Airport ArmoryArmyNG Jackson Airport Armory is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- NG Johnson City GrayArmyNG Johnson City Gray is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- Milan AAPArmyMilan AAP is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- NG NashvilleArmyNG Nashville is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- NG VTS SmyrnaArmyNG VTS Smyrna is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- NG VTS MilanArmyNG VTS Milan is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- Chattanooga (VAAP) USARCArmyChattanooga (VAAP) USARC is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
Air Force
5 installations
5 Air Force bases in Tennessee. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- McGhee Tyson Air National Guard BaseLouisville, TNAir ForceAir National Guard BaseMcGhee Tyson ANGB is home to the I.G. Brown Training and Education Center and the 134th Air Refueling Wing.View base
- Arnold Air Force BaseTullahoma, TNAir ForceAir Force BaseArnold Air Force Base is home to the Arnold Engineering Development Complex, the world's most advanced aerospace testing facility.View base
- McGhee Tyson AirportAir ForceMcGhee Tyson Airport is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- Nashville IAPAir ForceNashville IAP is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
- Memphis IAPAir ForceMemphis IAP is a U.S. military installation in Tennessee.View base
National Guard
1 installation
1 National Guard base in Tennessee. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
National Guard Installations in Tennessee
View state-level National Guard coverage and use official source pathways for unit-specific details.
1 installation listed
Relocation Notes
- Review housing costs, commute reliability, and school access near installations in Tennessee.
- Factor four-season variability with regional winter and severe-weather planning into household planning and monthly budget assumptions.
- Prioritize highway-driven connectivity with major airport access in key metros when frequent travel or long commutes are expected.
Lifestyle Highlights
- mixed suburban and midsize-community living patterns across Tennessee.
- Community and housing options can vary significantly by county and metro corridor in Tennessee.
- Local recreation, schools, and service access should be compared together with installation proximity.
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Tennessee Military Base FAQ
How many military bases are in Tennessee?
This page lists currently indexed installations in Tennessee and links to branch hubs, state-level comparisons, and individual base details.
Which branches are represented in Tennessee?
Branch coverage depends on currently listed installations in Tennessee. Use the branch presence module for a quick comparison and follow links into base pages for details.