Living here
Nearest 4-year college39 mi
Nearest community college25 mi
Nearest technical college32 mi
High school graduates83.2%
College graduates24.2%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
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Escambia County Industrial Development Autho
The Escambia County Industrial Development Authority works to increase economic opportunities for those businesses and individuals looking to locate, relocate or grow in Escambia County, Alabama. The Authority assists existing industries with expansion and retention, and promotes Escambia County as an ideal community for families, businesses and industries to locate.
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Alabama Association of Reg Councils
A public nonprofit organization representing municipalities and counties in Alabama through the membership of the 12 regional councils, promoting regional planning and economic development, coordinating statewide planning and economic development initiatives and hosting an annual training conference.
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Alabama Development Office
The Alabama Department of Commerce’s Made in Alabama initiative promotes investment and business growth in the state, offering resources, incentives, and project assistance while coordinating workforce development and global business efforts.
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Eco Dev Partnership of Alabama
EDPA is a private, non-profit organization that supports Alabama’s economic development efforts focusing on business attraction and expansion, innovation and entrepreneurship, talent attraction and retention, business intelligence and research, and policy.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes