Yakima County is particularly well suited for key industries like food processing, warehouse/distribution, industrial machinery and supplies, aerospace, back office and health care industries. Operating with the believe that we win when we work together, YCDA businesses have secured $500+ million in investments and created/retained 10,500+ jobs.
If you are starting a business in the Yakima Valley or are thinking about entrepreneurial ventures, you will find that there is a variety of helpful resources available.
The Yakima Valley’s history has deep ties to agriculture and enjoys a vibrant heritage in the Yakama Nation, Latino, Japanese, and Filipino cultures. All of which have given rise to the valley’s rich array of museums, exhibits, and renowned seasonal produce.
The Enterprise Challenge is an annual business plan competition for new and emerging companies in Yakima and Kittitas Counties.
The Heart of Washington State
There are plenty of reasons why you should choose to let your business thrive in the Yakima valley. Keep scrolling to learn more.
You choose shovel-ready sites, inexpensive utilities and a world class transportation infrastructure that ensures productivity and rapid response to market demands. Let us at the Yakima County Development Association assist.
You will be centrally located with excellent transportation options for getting supplies and finished products and in and out of the region.
You choose responsive technical schools and colleges and a well-trained, prepared workforce. You choose public and private leadership that encourages growth; people and organizations ready to help get your company up and running as inexpensively and quickly as possible.
A burgeoning mecca for both recreation and industry with over 300 days of sunshine every year. Yakima County is #1 for agricultural production in the Northwest and home to a network of thriving communities supported by industry clusters as diverse and productive as its towns and peoples. Our top business clusters include agribusiness and food processing, logistics and distribution, manufacturing, aerospace, and healthcare.
By choosing the Yakima Valley you gain a competitive advantage that includes productive employees and lower business costs:
Enjoy the relatively low cost of living, amazing outdoor amenities, and reputation for friendliness.
Your business will be welcomed by a flexible and efficient team that is dedicated to helping you succeed. These proven, time-tested partnerships have helped companies like CubCrafters, Alexandria Molding, Darigold, and Adventurer RV to flourish and grow.
Your people will find it easy to get rooted in our communities. An Ambassador network ensures that you get the help you need whether it’s selecting a school for your kids, deciding which National Forest to spend the weekend in, or determining the route for a local wine tour.