Living here
Nearest 4-year college28 mi
Nearest community college23 mi
Nearest technical college17 mi
High school graduates95%
College graduates41.7%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
county
Worcester County Economic Development
Located in Snow Hill Maryland, Worcester’s Economic Development Office serves business owners, employers and entrepreneurs throughout the county. Under the direction of the County Council and Administrator, the office develops partnerships and programs to support businesses on Maryland’s Coast.
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