Why bring yourbusiness to Roane
Affordability, location, workforce and a business-friendly community — the case for Roane County, in full.
- NO
- Personal income tax
- #4
- Business climate in the U.S.
- AAA
- State bond rating
- 75 yrs
- Of workforce innovation
A place where projects move faster and further.
Roane County pairs a legacy of cutting-edge research at Oak Ridge with the affordability and pace of small-town East Tennessee. Companies land here for the location and logistics — two interstates, air, rail and water — and stay for the workforce, the tax structure and the quality of life.
Local, state and regional partners work together on every project, and a 75-year legacy of technological excellence keeps the talent pipeline flowing from classroom to career.
Location & infrastructure
Six reasons projects choose Roane
Lower taxes, cost of living, and cost of doing business than most of the U.S.
Centrally located to U.S. population centers; 2 major interstates and easy access to air, rail and water transportation; cutting-edge tech and science resources.
Local, state and regional governmental support for business, and no personal state income tax.
A 75-year legacy of the most technologically proficient workforce in the U.S.
Lower energy costs, with reliable power from the Tennessee Valley Authority.
Mild climate; affordable housing; unsurpassed natural beauty and outdoor recreation; small town comfort with the amenities and educational opportunities of nearby larger cities.
Every advantage, in detail
From tax structure to talent pipeline to available incentives, explore the full picture of what makes Roane County work for business.
Lower cost of living, exceptional natural beauty, and a combination of small-town comfort and city amenities make Roane a great place to live.
Learn moreA 400K+ labor shed, 70K+ postsecondary students, and 75 years of advanced workforce development backed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Learn moreRoane County offers an affordable, business-friendly environment in a right-to-work state with no personal income tax.
Learn moreIdeally located in the South's Automotive Corridor, with 2 Interstates and access to air, rail and water, Roane offers world-class technological resources.
Learn morePayment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) incentives are evaluated on a case-by-case basis for qualifying projects in Roane County.
Learn moreReady to see Roane for yourself?
Our team can walk you through sites, incentives and workforce data tailored to your project.