Living here
Nearest 4-year college44 mi
Nearest community college22 mi
Nearest technical college40 mi
High school graduates83.2%
College graduates15.1%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Eufaula
The Eufaula Barbour County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to fostering economic, educational, and cultural development in Eufaula and Barbour County, focusing on creating and preserving jobs, workforce development, and advocating for the interests of the business community. It aims to enhance the overall quality of life for the community and to assist visitors and newcomers alike.
region
Southeast Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission
SEARP&DC is a regional planning and development agency serving Barbour, Coffee, Covington, Dale, Geneva, Henry, and Houston counties in Southeast Alabama. It provides strategic planning, economic growth programs, and community-focused solutions, and operates Head Start, Senior Employment, and Wiregrass Transit.
state
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.
state
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.
state
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