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We want to show you why Suwannee County is a site selector’s dream thanks to our national connectivity, experienced workforce, and excellent business climate.

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Bullet Point Land, Labor & Capital are More Affordable
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Become a Part of the Catalyst Site

Located on US Highway 90 just one-half mile from the Interstate 10 interchange and seven miles west of downtown Live Oak, this 500-acre industrial park is the perfect growth opportunity for manufacturing and industrial-size businesses. The Suwannee County Catalyst Site includes water, electrical power, natural gas, fiber, and a rail spur from the Florida Gulf and Atlantic mainline.

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Centrally Located

Jacksonville, Tallahassee, and Gainesville are within a one-hour drive of Suwannee County.

Transportation

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2

major interstates

2

major us highways

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373

miles of rail track

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4

commercial airports within 100 miles

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45,676

Total population

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18,567

Available labor force within Suwannee County

286,078

Available labor force within a one-hour drive

5%

veteran population

3.7%

unemployment rate

82.33%

population with high school degree or higher

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86.8

the cost of living index

13.2%

lower than us average

$36,204

average annual salary

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North FL Economic Development Partnership

Suwannee County Hosts Regional Economic Development Meeting

Suwannee County was proud to host the March meeting of the North Florida Economic Development Partnership. It was a day filled with fellowship, informative speakers, and wonderful food. The room was filled with attendees from all over the North Florida region and we appreciate everyone who traveled to participate. Read More >
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$10 Million Closer to Broadband

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity's Office of Broadband has awarded Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative two grants totaling $10 million! The grants will help defray the costs of building their 100% fiber-to-the-home network, which will span over 4,100 miles of line and cost up to $93 million. We are incredibly grateful to have the Office of Broadband's support and know… Read More >
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Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners takes economic growth seriously

Recently the Suwannee County Commissioners attended the Florida Rural Economic Development Association (FREDA) summit in St. Augustine. FREDA is a consortium comprised of the three rural areas of opportunity representing 30 rural counties in Florida. The FREDA summit is the premier event focused exclusively on rural economic development issues and held sessions on such topics as workforce, broadband, site readiness,… Read More >

Norris Honored to Serve Rural North Florida

Suwannee County Economic Development Director, Jimmy Norris, has been appointed chairman of the North Florida Economic Development Partnership (NFEDP). Past Chairman Darryl Register from Baker County and Mayor Julie Conley from the City of Monticello welcome Jimmy aboard. NFEDP is a public/private, 501c(6) entity dedicated to facilitating economic development activity through high-quality job growth and capital investment in our 14-county region.… Read More >