Why Racine

Located in the fast-growing industrial corridor between Milwaukee and Chicago along I-94, Racine County is experiencing unprecedented growth. Legacy companies and new businesses are expanding and creating jobs. In 2021, RCEDC staff were able to facilitate 95 projects that included comprehensive site selection, loans, grants, and incentives resulting in $360 million in private investment and $210 million in new construction. These business expansion projects will result in 500 new full-time jobs.

Companies are investing and creating jobs in multitude of industries.

Largest Employment Sectors

Healthcare

Housing

Hospitality

Industrial

Location Advantages

Racine County celebrates its manufacturing heritage, rich farmland, beautiful beaches, and distinctive architecture. Abundant business development opportunities are available across the community in downtowns and business parks, including over 1,000 acres of development-ready land.

Low Real Estate Cost and a favorable tax environment
Less Than an Hour from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport
30 Minutes from Milwaukee’s General Michell International Airport
Wisconsin Manufacturing tax credit: Effective 0.4% corporate income tax rate
Wisconsin Manufacturing tax credit: Effective 0.4% corporate income tax rate
Over $214 million invested in preparing next generation Wisconsin workers
Over $214 million invested in preparing next generation Wisconsin workers

RCEDC’s staff supports business growth through our financial, talent recruitment, and technical assistance resources.

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Data Center

RCEDC has accumulated comprehensive Racine County data to prove why Racine County is an excellent location for your business. We provide all the facts for your company, ensuring that you have the best and most up-to-date information available in your decision-making process.

INVEST IN RCEDC

RCEDC’s mission is to grow Racine County’s property tax base and by supporting business expansions, provide employment opportunities to Racine County residents. In 2022, RCEDC staff were able to facilitate 105 projects that included comprehensive site selection, loans, grants, and incentives resulting in $289 million in private investment and $124 million in new construction.

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