Key Industries
Ohio's vibrant economy and easy access to profitable markets means efficiency and cost savings for your business.
The Ohio economy is built upon a legacy of strength in manufacturing, innovative thinking and a heavy investment in research and development in many key industries.
A strategic location, skilled workforce, as well as generous tax and business incentives are just some of the many advantages that make Ohio the ideal place for your business to prosper.
Ohio offers a dynamic economy and tax incentives for your business
- Manufacturing powerhouse
Third largest manufacturing state in the U.S. ($84.1 billion) and 8th largest source for Gross Domestic Product among the 50 states and the District of Columbia ($471.3 billion in GDP) across a wide industry base. - Easy access to profitable markets
Ohio is within 600 miles (1,000 kilometers) of 61 percent of all U.S. and Canadian manufacturing. - Robust workforce and world-class education system
Ohio's total labor force exceeds 5.9 million people and it's home to some of the world's best colleges and universities. - Exports Leader
Ohio exports exceed $41.4 billion making it the 8th highest exporting state. - Business friendly
Recent tax reform laws are designed to help reduce your business costs through lower taxes, incentives and additional assistance, including grants and loans.
Ohio's primary industries are:
- Advanced Energy & Environmental Technologies
- Aerospace and Aviation
- Agriculture and Food Processing
- Bioscience and Bioproducts
- Corporate and Professional Services
- Distribution and Logistics
- Instruments, Controls and Electronics
- Manufacturing
- Motor Vehicle and Parts Manufacturing
- Polymers and Advanced Materials
To learn more about how your business will succeed within Ohio’s key industries please contact us at 1- (877) 466-4551.

