Jackson County Business

Developed industrial parks have space available to suit your needs. Jackson County offers an available, well-educated workforce with a strong work ethic. Check out the small town atmosphere, good educational system and beautiful scenery in "Simply Beautiful" Jackson County.

Labor Assets... Jackson County offers a workforce that is well educated and offer diverse skills to potential employers. New employers find the work force motivated and productive. Jackson County labor costs help industries successfully compete in a world-wide market.

• Large potential workforce- approximately 4847 persons available for work in Jackson County - persons in adjacent counties have stated a willingness to commute 60 miles a day.*
• 85% of Jackson County workers are ready to learn new skills - 53% willing to share expenses .*
• Affordable housing, low cost living, and quality of life enhance workforce recruitment and retention. Work records indicate stability - 57% working for employers more than 5 years.*
• Six fully accredited colleges and universities, three community colleges and one major university are within the communicable area. Jackson County continues to produce students who rank significantly above the average with students who seek post high school education. Of those interested in employment 98% are high school diploma or GED equivalent and 38 % have some college education.*

* 1999 Jackson County Labor Survey - Profile of available workforce

Utilities Assets... Iowa utilities will accommodate businesses to accentuate your profit
Electricity utilities are lower than the U.S. average

• Maquoketa Valley Electric
• Eastern Iowa Power and Light
• Bellevue Municipal Electric
• Alliant Energy
• Preston Municipal Electric
• Mid-America

Property Assets...Jackson County is very competitive with construction costs and value

• Industrial parks are zoned and fully serviced
• Industrial building available