Living here
Nearest 4-year college40 mi
Nearest community college34 mi
Nearest technical college59 mi
High school graduates72.2%
College graduates8%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
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C3 of Northwest Alabama
Northwest Alabama Economic Development Alliance markets the region's advantages to new and existing businesses and supports three counties in creating and promoting an environment for investment and job creation. It serves business owners, investors, site selectors, and others seeking information about Northwest Alabama.
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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.
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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