Huntsville is a unique city that maintains its balance between being a town with a rich heritage steeped in southern traditions and being a progressive, high-tech city dedicated to innovation and exploration. What makes this southern gem so appealing is its affordability and low unemployment during difficult economic times.

The Redstone Arsenal still remains among the U.S. Army's most important strategic posts - leading efforts in the research, development, production, and worldwide support of missiles, aviation, rockets and related programs. Huntsville is also well known for space exploration. With about 2,700 employees and an annual budget of some $2.3 billion, the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) is one of NASA's largest field operations.

In addition to its ties to the military and its being the home of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville also boasts a diverse economic base, with industries such as manufacturing, biotechnology, telecommunications, and electronics. This metro location's technological success inspired development of the nationally recognized University of Alabama in Huntsville and the world-renowned Cummings Research Park (CRP) - the second largest research park in the nation.

When residents aren't working in Huntsville, they are enjoying the many activities this city offers. Art lovers can enjoy a day visiting galleries and museums, and outdoor enthusiasts can do everything from golfing to boating and biking. A huge attraction here is the U.S. Space & Rocket Center that offers the popular education program U.S. Space Camp, which provides young people with the opportunity to learn all about space travel.

Undoubtedly, the quality of life can't be beat here. The city's diversity, warm climate, and economic strengths are great reasons to make the move to Huntsville.