Why Cleveland County

Driven by Innovation and Initiative
A welcoming community with international appeal, Cleveland County is known for its accessibility, affordability and innovation.
Nestled near Charlotte, North Carolina and just three hours from Atlanta, Georgia, our local communities offer attractive advantages in the backyard of busy markets.
Progressive industries enjoy the perks of a business environment budding with a growing talent pool, global connections, ample resources and superior quality of life.
Assistance We Offer Companies
+ Industrial Site Selection: Our team works with new and expanding companies to identify potential properties in Cleveland County, NC that will meet their needs.
+ Community Tours: We welcome the opportunity to show companies what our community has to offer and will customize each tour based on the company’s individual needs.
+ Connections: Through our robust network of partners, we can connect companies with all of the appropriate partners and resources that a company needs to be successful.
+ Talent Attraction: We offer companies valuable, unique, and creative talent attraction tools to ensure that their talent pipeline is sustainable and successful.
+ Research Reports: Utilizing JobsEQ software, our team can provide companies with the most updated data/analysis on demographics, industries, occupations, wages, and more.
+ Existing Industry Support: After a company locates their operations to Cleveland County, our team provides ongoing support and continuous engagement.
Notable Facts & Figures
Best States for Business
Economic Growth Potential
Counties with the Lowest Cost of Living
Top Micropolitan in the US for 2016, 2017 and 2018