OUR ECONOMIC CLIMATE

Why St George??

A highly productive, dependable work force with diverse skills and cultural backgrounds, is one reason why the business climate is great in Washington County.

The greater St. George, Utah area features a mild, snow-free climate; fiber optic communications; interstate transportation; proactive, business-friendly government; and a state college, all in a recreational paradise offering some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Washington County's population is over 140,000 and growing with nearly 1,000 new residents each month.

Lifestyle, lower cost of living and doing business, infrastructure, work force and climate put all the elements in place for a resilient economic future for existing and new business in the St. George area. Washington County has enjoyed a very diverse, ever growing, and robust economy since the mid 1960's.

The Washington County, Utah Economic Development Council is an active participant in support of value-added businesses. The county continues to see increases in employment from manufacturers, back offices, centers, distribution facilities and high-tech companies expanding or relocating to the area. The Washington County Economic Development Council, a partnership between the private and public sectors, is positioned to lead the charge for a stronger, more diversified local economy.

"Development must be consistent with the stewardship we have over the natural and scenic beauty that is an inherent part of our environment." “We must maintain our traditional quality of life which consists of quiet and safe neighborhoods, support and cultivation of the arts and culture. “ “ We encourage a diverse mix of growth that will provide high quality career opportunities of our citizens, and their children and that will increase wages and income enabling our citizens to improve their standard of living.”

Scott Hirschi, Director, Washington County Economic Development Council.

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