Manufacturing
Diversifying from a position of strength
Washington County has long been known as a center of excellence in manufacturing. Even today, many of Washington County employees work in manufacturing.
Consequently, you’ll be more likely to find workers with the skills you require, and you’ll also be more likely to find established supply chains that your business can link in to.
Washington County’s manufacturing sector has companies with various numbers of employees. So no matter how small or large, Washington County can provide for your employee needs. Washington County’s manufacturing base is diverse and well-represented by companies in metal fabrication, machinery manufacturing, electronics, furniture production and wood products, transportation equipment, agricultural products, plastics, food processing, mineral production and more.
Washington County’s advantages for manufacturing companies:
- Low electric power rates
- Skilled and unskilled manufacturing labor availability and competitive wages
- Natural logistical advantage: highways, rail, ports, and air
- Many available sites and buildings
- No inventory tax
- No M&E taxes
- Ready access to vocational education
- Affordable housing
- Outstanding recreational opportunities and quality of life
Selected incentives for manufacturing companies:
- Industrial Development Grant Fund (IDGF)
- Loan Guaranty Program (Guaranteed by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC))
- Capital Access Program (CAP)
- Patent Tax Exemption
- Shovel Ready Certification
- International Trade Show Assistance (TSAP)
- Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) Tax Credit
- Headquarters Relocation Tax Credit
- Hoosier Business Investment Tax Credit (HBITC)
- New Market Tax Credits
Contact us today to learn how
Washington County can help you grow your business






