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About Hamilton County

 

Hamilton County is a rural area, rich in history, and loaded with real Southern charm.

Perfectly located at Florida’s primary northern entryway of I-75 and I-10.

We are about more than location and logistics. Hamilton County is about people. For generations, our community has attracted tourists to our pristine springs, rivers and rich natural beauty. Just as we welcome visitors to the banks of our rivers and to the front porches of our homes, the Hamilton County Development Authority is here to welcome your business and industry investment.

Come see how Hamilton County can work for you.

Prime Location

Hamilton County sits just north of the I-10/I-75 east/west interchange. Connecting these two primary interstates offers easy access to ports, rail and air – guaranteeing your company’s product can be delivered quickly and easily.

Speed to Market

We know that speed to market is essential. In Hamilton County, you will be welcomed by business-friendly leadership where we can complete permitting in a little as 45 days. Our sites are ready to be developed and  provide access to major transportation corridors.

Sunshine & Low Taxes

Business dollars go a lot farther in Hamilton County given the state’s tax advantages, tax exemptions, no state personal income tax and our community’s low cost of living. Thrive in our low-tax environment while employees enjoy the benefit of no personal income tax.

Industry Focus

Florida is good at a lot of things – theme parks, sunshine, great quality of life and low taxes. Hamilton County has its own special brand – hospitality, rich natural resources and our targeted industries of agriculture, transportation and warehousing, manufacturing as well as cultural and creative. Learn about our industries and discover how Hamilton County can welcome your business to our front porch.

Agriculture

Sowing the seeds of success.

Home to 72,000 acres of farmland with a value of more than $45 million, agriculture is the fabric of our economy. With a rich agrarian history and a storied landscape dotted with century pioneer farms, Hamilton County is a prime location for agriculture and food manufacturing/processing industries.

Transportation & Warehousing

Connecting companies to customers.

Centrally located along major transportation routes and within a four-hour drive to cities such as Atlanta, Jacksonville, Pensacola, Orlando, Tampa and Savannah offers companies a competitive edge in a low-cost market.

Manufacturing

Room to grow.

Hamilton County with its business-friendly climate and available sites with easy interstate access provides manufacturing companies with the ability to grow bigger and be bolder without the burden of encroachment or long permitting delays.

Cultural & Creative

Designing, doing, starting and making.

Hamilton County has a vibrant cultural life with a creative economy that generates income, jobs and tax revenues. We support and encourage the innovators, designers and makers who improve our quality of life and position Hamilton County as a creative, natural and cultural destination.

What’s happening in Hamilton County

HCDA Celebrates Florida Economic Development Week

Recognition shines a spotlight on economic vitality initiatives On January 22nd through 25th, the Hamilton County Development Authority (HCDA) will celebrate the state-recognized Florida Economic Development Week. The week, which Governor Ron DeSantis proclaimed,...

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Storm Resources Available

Following the impacts of Hurricane Idalia, a number of resources are available for both residents and businesses. The State of Florida and FEMA opened Disaster Recovery Centers in Hamilton, Lafayette and Madison counties on Sept. 6, to provide one-on-one help to...

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Agribusiness Locations: Feeding The Future

By Anne Cosgrove, Business Facilities Magazine: From the September/October 2022 Issue To meet the needs of a growing global population with efficient operations, agribusiness firms look for locations with ready resources. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in a...

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Ready to get started?

Welcoming businesses, innovators, entrepreneurs and visitors to our front porch in Hamilton County with hospitality, opportunity, low taxes and southern charm is all in a day’s work. Contact us and Come see how Hamilton County can work for you.

Let us help you and your business.

Call us today at 386.855.1426.

1153 US Hwy 41 NW Suite 4

Jasper, Florida 32052