WHY WESTCHESTER?

  • Diverse, highly educated workforce
  • 28 higher education institutions and award-winning public schools filling our talent pipeline
  • Vibrant business community ranging from startups and small businesses to large corporations and Fortune 500 companies
  • Robust transportation infrastructure
  • Minutes to Manhattan
  • Extensive programs and resources to support the business community
  • Outstanding quality of life, including 18,000 acres of parkland

Central to Everything Your Business Needs

 

CONCIERGE
RELOCATION SERVICES


The Westchester County Office of Economic Development is your partner in ensuring a smooth relocation process. We work closely with site selectors and business executives to identify the resources and connections necessary to start strong in Westchester and tailor our efforts to the needs of each individual company.

Our knowledgeable team is also here to assist your business with:

  • Diverse, highly educated workforce
  • 28 higher education institutions and award-winning public schools filling our talent pipeline
  • Vibrant business community ranging from startups and small businesses to large corporations and Fortune 500 companies
  • Robust transportation infrastructure
  • Minutes to Manhattan
  • Extensive programs and resources to support the business community
  • Outstanding quality of life, including 18,000 acres of parkland


 

SEVERAL FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES CALL WESTCHESTER HOME

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FAST-GROWING, PRIVATELY HELD COMPANIES ARE THRIVING HERE

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OUR CORE SECTORS:


BIOSCIENCES

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Advanced
Manufacturing

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Fintech

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Clean Energy

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Key Economic & Demographic Data

Our numbers make sense for businesses across diverse industries.
Browse our data to see why Westchester is the right move for your business.

COMMUNITY PROFILES


An overview of Westchester County including our labor force, businesses & jobs, transportation and more.


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DEMOGRAPHICS


Our highly educated workforce includes a diverse pool of talented individuals who can help your business to grow and thrive.


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BUSINESSES & INDUSTRIES


Learn more about our major employers and core industries.


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MAPPING


Our user-friendly mapping tool offers GIS data related to growth and expansion.


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COMPARE


See how Westchester County stacks up against its neighboring communities.


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RELOCATION INCENTIVES


Westchester’s Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and Local Development Corporation (LDC) are designed to help businesses and not-for-profits thrive. The IDA offers assistance to eligible companies, such as:

  • Issuance of Tax Exempt Bonds and Notes
  • Sales Tax Exemptions on new construction, expansion or renovation projects, or the acquisition of new equipment
  • Mortgage Recording Tax Exemptions on the purchase of Real Estate


And for not-for-profits, the LDC has assisted organizations in securing tax-exempt bond financing benefits totaling over $400 million since 2012.

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GROW, EXPAND OR RELOCATE TO WESTCHESTER COUNTY.


With 450 square miles and 45 cities, towns and villages, the county offers a host of places to do business.

Live in Westchester County

Picturesque neighborhoods and outdoor recreation surround lively downtowns with diverse cultural art scenes, unique dining experiences, employment opportunities, and accessibility to New York City.

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Hike trails, explore nature preserves, and more across 18,000 acres of parkland.

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Commute to New York City in as little as 30 minutes.

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Enjoy cutting-edge art and live music throughout Westchester.

Award-winning public schools

Award-winning public schools

Vibrant Downtowns

Vibrant Downtowns

Walkable neighborhoods

Walkable neighborhoods

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