Think Dutchess for Location Advantage

Proximity

As the northernmost suburb of New York City, Dutchess County’s strategic location ensures closeness to major consumer markets, robust industries and top talent, without our competitors’ extraordinary operating costs. Serviced by two commuter rail lines and Interstates 84 and 87, businesses here enjoy a wealth of connections to the New York Metro area and the BosWash Corridor.

If you’re seeking the ideal location for your business, it’s clear there’s no better choice. Think access, Think innovation, Think Dutchess.

KEY INDUSTRIES

Business Climate & Access

Dutchess County is located at the center of a vibrant business community in the Hudson Valley – which is home to more than 1.2 million highly-skilled workers and hundreds of Fortune 500 companies, with much attributed to our award-winning colleges and universities, such as Vassar College and the Culinary Institute of America.

Thanks to a talented workforce, world-class universities and attractive incentive programs, Dutchess County has a winning combination.

WORKFORCE INCENTIVES

21%

of American manufacturers are within a 6-hour drive

$227B

retail sales market are within 6-hour drive

68M

million U.S. and Canadian customers are within 6-hour drive

5000+

degrees awarded by universities in Dutchess County

minute helicopter flight to Manhattan

MetroNorth train stations

minute express train to Grand Central

Amtrak stations travel to U.S & Canada

Think Business? Think Dutchess

Dutchess County's robust community is a cornerstone of support for businesses. From technology and manufacturing to healthcare and logistics, diverse companies find success here. With it's location advantage, Dutchess County offers a competitive edge, providing reliable infrastructure, a skilled workforce, diverse business support programs and a variety of sites and buildings at the ready.

Boasting easy access to New York City, thriving communities, new housing units and a flourishing quality of life, it's no surprise major projects are investing millions of dollars and entrepreneurs are choosing to Think Dutchess for business.