Living here
Nearest 4-year college42 mi
Nearest community college6 mi
Nearest technical college33 mi
High school graduates80.2%
College graduates18.9%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
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Elmore County Economic Dev Authority
The Elmore County Economic Development Authority (ECEDA) is dedicated to improving economic growth in Elmore County by encouraging new and expanded business, industry, quality residential development and tourism. All activities should emphasize maintaining or improving the overall quality of life in the county.
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Pike County Economic Development Corp
The Pike County Economic Development Corporation (PCEDC) actively works to promote economic growth by encouraging new and expanding industries and supporting job creators throughout the county, while also serving as a catalyst for quality of life initiatives. PCEDC is a non-profit organization operating through a principled, business-driven leadership model focused on a mission of improving the lives of all Pike County residents through the development of economic prosperity.
region
North Alabama Industrial Development Association
NAIDA is a regional economic development organization dedicated to supporting companies and site location consultants in identifying optimal locations within North Alabama’s dynamic and business-ready communities. The site serves as a comprehensive resource for site selection across 13 counties with a searchable database, county profiles, and industry insights.
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.
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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