Low-Risk/
Low Cost
Eastern Kentucky is a region ripe with opportunity. Our skilled workforce is our greatest advantage, with thousands of available and technically skilled workers from the coal/energy sector. Combine this talent with quality industrial sites in one of the lowest cost regions in the country for doing business, and you've got a compelling reason to invest here. Check out our available sites & buildings.
The One East Kentucky region is blessed with an available skilled workforce. These workers are highly mechanically inclined and proven to transition into new industries with ease. Their base skillsets are relevant to all forms of manufacturing. In addition, workforce training incentives and facilities are readily available to customize their skills to your needs. Learn More
95%
Non-Union
$17.45
Average Hourly Earnings
25.3
Average Commute Time
7,500
Available Workers
The One East Kentucky Region is centrally located within a one day drive to the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast corridors of the United States. Additionally, companies who are located here have access to Automotive, Aerospace, and many other industry clusters within a half day drive of our location. Learn More
The One East Kentucky Region boasts four regional industrial parks connecting north, east, south, and west via robust four-lane highways to multiple interstates. These parks have all utilities available, certified build ready sites, are central to training institutions and communities, and have aggressive industrial board authorities ready to design customized incentives for your needs.
You can go to our sites and buildings database as well as see featured properties to the right (mouse over the boxes).
The nine counties of One East Kentucky have been designated as an AEROready Region by two national consulting firms. Learn More
The One East Kentucky region is not only one of rich history and traditions, such as our treasured mountain music, but it is also home to vibrant cities with state-of-the-art amenities.
