Living here
Nearest 4-year college21 mi
Nearest community college12 mi
Nearest technical college21 mi
High school graduates92.5%
College graduates15.2%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
county
Garrett County Economic Development
The Garrett County Government Department of Community Development Business Development Division assists in attracting, retaining, and expanding businesses in Garrett County. Its services include site selection support, public/private financing assistance, workforce training and recruitment, networking resources and referrals, marketing support, demographic analysis, and general business assistance.
state
Maryland Department of Commerce
The Maryland Department of Commerce is the state's primary economic development agency that stimulates private investment and creates jobs by attracting new businesses, encouraging the expansion and retention of existing companies, and providing workforce training and financial assistance to Maryland companies. It also promotes Maryland’s commercial advantages and quality of life to spur economic development, international investment, trade and tourism.
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Maryland Economic Development Association
The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) enhances the knowledge and skills of its members, encourages partnerships and networking among people committed to bringing jobs and capital to Maryland, and promotes economic development as an investment in Maryland. MEDA is a nonprofit organization of economic development professionals.
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Maryland Technology Development Corporation
TEDCO provides funding, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. It identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology companies in Maryland.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo