I live just over the mtns from Johnson City in Weaverville, NC. I can not speak to employment opportunities but Johnson City has a lot to offer. There is a really good rifle and skeet range there, which is where I shoot. It has a good sporting goods store in Mahoneys. Most major car dealerships. Decent trout fishing nearby along with some decent restaurants. There is a major university in ETSU in Johnson City. Land prices are generally cheaper in TN than NC. I personally would look out near Chuckey TN for a house or land to buy.
