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