Elkhart County supports a range of existing businesses, and targets a diversification of industry through a variety of local programs and resources. Learn more
Target Industries
Indiana ranks high in low taxes, 1st among Midwestern states for favorable corporate taxes, 4th among states for low property tax index and 9th for low individual income tax index. Learn more
Available Assets
80% of the labor force in Elkhart County is in manufacturing and Indiana ranks 3rd in the country in Manufacturing GDP for states where Manufacturing is the number 1 industry. In fact, Indiana is one of only 6 states to receive a grade of “A” for friendliness to manufacturing and logistics. Learn more
Trained Workforce
Indiana is in the median center of U.S. population with the distribution advantage that 70% of the U.S. population is within a days drive of the state. Learn more
Excellent Access
Elkhart County promotes commercial investment opportunities for innovation-based industries such as nanotechnology, robotics, alternative energy and high-tech manufacturing. Learn more
Business Resources
Manufacturing Readiness Grants
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“That’s the kind of relationship you need between a business and its community. We love having (the EDC) here whenever we need them. They have helped me out on a number of occasions. It’s been a great relationship. I’ve been able to call them in for resources in many different situations since I have been here.”
– Jim Butler, Plant Manager at Benteler Automotive Corp (Elkhart Truth Business and Industry 2017)
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The Economic Development Corporation of Elkhart County is a Public-Private Partnership serving the County, Cities, Towns, Businesses, and Residents of Elkhart County. We are the “One-Stop Shop” for all of your Business Attraction and Expansion needs.
Our Mission is to create an economically vibrant community by recruiting, retaining, and strengthening our economic base; being a catalyst for diversification, innovation, and economic change. We accomplish our mission by working with companies looking to locate or expand in Elkhart County.