Working
South Carolina is a "right to work" state with "at will" employment. Chesterfield County workers epitomize the intent of this concept as they consider work a privilege, not a right. The strong work ethic here is clearly demonstrated as workers expect to provide a days work for a days pay. Our workforce is the rated among the most productive in the nation. Industry leaders say the plants in Chesterfield County always place at or near the top in both production and safety rankings in multi-location facilities.
Chesterfield County works collaboratively with new and existing employers to facilitate growth & prosperity. Low tax rates, a zero unionization rate, low utility, land and construction rates, are just a few examples of the pro-business atmosphere companies can expect when they do business in Chesterfield County.
Chesterfield County and the State of South Carolina are continually recognized for the pro-business climate, qualified workforce, and overall quality of life. The list below is a just a few of the recent accolades.
Chief Executive magazine - CEO's list South Carolina in top ten in survey of best US states for jobs and business growth.
Pollina Corporation: South Carolina has been named a "Top 10 Pro-Business State" for each of the five years of the Illinois-based corporate real estate consultant's survey. #1 in both 2005 and 2006.
Site Selection Magazine: Placed South Carolina has placed in the top 10 of top state business climates and also in its survey based on business executive's opinions.
Small Business and Entrepreneurial Council: This nonprofit advocacy group in 2006 named the state as having one of the ten lowest corporate income tax rates.
"Break Away South Carolina" reports that SC improved rankings in four out of six benchmarks, affirming long-term growth trends. South Carolina's long term growth rate is 10th fastest in the nation
Business Facilities: Has consistently rated South Carolina as one of the strongest states in the Southeast for manufacturing.
Competitiveness Redbook: The state ranks forty-fourth (fiftieth is best) in this cost of doing business index, produced by the National Association of Manufacturers with the Association of Washington Business and the Washington Research Council.
Development Counselors International: South Carolina has the third most favorable business climate in the United States, according to this latest survey of senior-level U.S. corporate executives and the site selection consultants.
Entrepreneur: Named South Carolina among the top 5 states for entrepreneurs.
Expansion Management: The magazine's poll of corporate site location consultants in June 2006 ranked the state as the nation's fifth best in work force training programs. South Carolina has ranked in this list's top five for the past seven years.
Forbes: Ranks South Carolina seventh best in 2006 for its pro-business regulatory environment.
Milken Institute Cost of Doing Business Index 2007: South Carolina ranked as the sixth lowest cost state.
With property tax rates among the lowest in the state, a well-trained work force and a diversified economy, we can help put your business in the fast lane. Access area demographics here.
The Certified Sites Program
Our site pre-certification program helps businesses cut down on red tape and save time and money. We make it easier for you to find the site that's perfect for your requirements. Learn more about the Certified Economic Development sites program, the only one of its kind in South Carolina.
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