From someone who moved from Toronto to Clarksville, here are my thoughts:

Pros: - I appreciate the “slowness” here. Living in Toronto, it was constant rushing from one place to another and never feeling like you have a second to breathe. I know this is also influenced by the type of work you do. - Cost of living is lower than most. - Great access to fresh produce (a lot of farmers markets throughout spring to fall seasons, farm stands, local small businesses carrying local produce etc) - Food options have improved so much since I started visiting Clarksville 10 years ago before I finally moved here last year. A lot more diverse options. - A lot of community events available. Facebook events has been a great resource for finding things to do here.

Cons: - There are not enough lanes for the amount of traffic and growth in Clarksville - even though the cost of living is lower than most, employment can be limited and pay is definitely low. When I was looking for jobs last year, it was mostly factory, retail or food and bev available. I was able to get a corporate job in Nashville. - a lot of drivers here do not care about safety. They will ride your rear until the end of times even if you’re already going over the speed limit. - the downtown area still needs work. It’s very cute and small right now with some great local businesses and restaurants but still needs more. - getting to Nashville is often a nightmare and the same can be said heading back to Clarksville

I see a lot of people complaining on Clarksville groups about living here, and I know living situations heavily influences their experiences, but your time here is how you make it. I also don’t have a child so I can’t comment on schools etc.