Richland County, Ohio - Ready To Do Business

The mission of the Richland Economic Development Corporation (REDeC) is to support and enhance the economic vitality of Richland County, Ohio. You're at the right site to find the comprehensive data you'll need to make an informed decision about expanding and growing your business in North Central Ohio; Richland County, Ohio, to be exact. A distinct advantage is our Midwest location, at the crossroads of St. Route 30 and I-71, just one day away from many of the country's population centers. Mansfield is the halfway mark between Cleveland and Columbus with Cincinnati just a three hour drive away.

North Central Ohio has a rich manufacturing history. Richland County is committed to that legacy but prepared to address the changing face of manufacturing by utilizing the various economic development incentives that we can access at the state, county and local levels. Richland County can also assist companies in gaining that competitive edge by offering the advantages of our being a part of Foreign Trade Zone 181.  This tax relief program is used to lower the costs of U.S. based operations trading internationally.  Your company can enjoy the greater benefits of free trade by utilizing our FTZ.  However, before you can use the benefits, you have to investigate them.  We are here to connect you with the resources you need.

The maps and data we have also provided on this site will show you how we can meet your needs in terms of sites and buildings, available workforce, demographics, taxes, incentives and beyond. Qualify of life, so important in the decision making process, is also described in its various aspects in the "Quality of Life" section of this web site.