Supporting the Relocation, Travel, and Lifestyle Needs of the American Military Family

Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex are located in Montgomery, Alabama. Most members stationed at Maxwell-Gunter choose to live in the Tri-County area that includes Montgomery, Autauga, and Elmore counties.  Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, Wetumpka and Tallassee are located in the Tri County area.

Montgomery:
Montgomery, AL is located in central Alabama on the Alabama River, 90 miles south of Birmingham, 165 miles southwest of Atlanta and 175 miles northeast of Mobile and the Gulf of Mexico. The City of Montgomery is Alabama's state capitol and is geographically located in the center of the state and is located in Montgomery county. The Montgomery Metropolitan Statistical Area consists of Montgomery, Autauga, and Elmore counties with a current population of 346,000. Montgomery is the third largest city in Alabama.

Homes range from $40,000-350,000.  Sales tax 10%. Residential property is assessed at 10 percent of value; commercial and industrial, 20 percent; utilities, 30 percent. Two interstate highways, three railroad lines and 40 trucking companies connect Montgomery with the nation's commerce and vacation travelers.  A newly renovated airport served by major airlines provides daily efficient transportation. The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway connects Montgomery with points from the Gulf of Mexico to the Great Lakes.

In the May 2005 issue of Site Selection magazine, the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce was named as one of the Top 10 Economic Development Groups of 2004. The award was according to total capital investment; number of jobs created; investment and jobs per capita; overall economic vitality; depth and breadth of economic strength; diversity of industry; and ability to generate breakthrough deals.

Prattville:
Many military families like living in Prattville because of its convenience to Maxwell.  Prattville is located in Autauga county. Although it's growing and now claims over 28,000 residents, Prattville retains a small-town atmosphere in many ways.  It still has a historic Main Street with some of its founder's original buildings and some charming Victorian homes shaded by tall, old trees.  Prattville's home prices fit a whole range of homeowner budgets. Starting as low as $49,900 and reach well into the $100,000s, it isn't uncommon to find new subdivisions being built adjacent to established areas.  Prattville is located in Autauga county and the county and the city have been named among the top five fastest growing areas in the state for more than 10 years.  Autauga County ranks above the state average in both level of education and median household income. The median household income is $32,493 annually which expected to increase by 20 percent over the next five years according to the Chamber of Commerce.  The Autauga County School System now includes 14 schools with more than 8,500 students.

Wetumpka:
Connected to Montgomery by Interstate 231, Wetumpka is 17 miles northeast of the capital city.  6,000 people live in Wetumpka, which is the county seat of Elmore County.  Residents enjoy the environment of the historic small town set in the Appalachian foothills. Lakes Martin and Jordan, favorite Alabama recreation spots, are both found within the county.  Wetumpka is located in Elmore County, which is among the top five fastest growing counties in Alabama.  One of its most popular attractions is Jasmine Hill Gardens.  The 20-acre cultivated garden boasts some of the state's best examples of ancient Greek art and culture.  9,800 students are enrolled in the Elmore County school system.

Millbrook:
Named for its closeness to a quiet brook, the city of Millbrook was founded in 1977.  More than 13,000 people call this Elmore County city home.  Millbrook is one of the fastest growing cities in Elmore County.  In the last year, more than 200 homes have been annexed into the city.  9,800 students are enrolled in the Elmore County school system.

Tallassee:
Tallassee, AL is less than 10 minutes from Interstate 85 and is spread across both the east and west banks of the Tallapoosa River and located in Elmore county. Montgomery is located to the west of Tallassee and Auburn is to the east. The population is 4,934 and is home to several key businesses and industries. Schlumberger, Inc; GKN Westland Aerospace Products, and Mt. Vernon Mills.