Wisconsin Economic Development
“In Wisconsin you really can have it all: central location, strong infrastructure, amazing quality of life, low cost of doing business–and some of the best workers in the world. We’re investing in Wisconsin’s future by partnering with businesses as they grow, ensuring that every community thrives.”
— Missy Hughes, Secretary & CEO,
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
FAST FACTS
Population (July 2022 est.): 5,892,539¹
Largest Cities (2020): Milwaukee (576,301); Madison (268,846); Green Bay (107,114); Kenosha (99,733); Racine (77,578)¹
Real GDP (2022): $312 billion²
¹U.S. Census Bureau
²Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Dept. of Commerce
TARGETED GROWTH SECTORS
Water Technology: As a state with over 15,000 freshwater lakes, Wisconsin knows water. Access to ample fresh water has put the state at the forefront of commercial activity in agriculture, power generation, and more.
Biohealth: Wisconsin is addressing global health and sustainability challenges and propelling the world toward better solutions through proven expertise across the full biohealth spectrum, including medical devices and diagnostics, biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals, digital health, and health research.
Manufacturing: The leadership in manufacturing stems from a drive to craft products that make life better and the feeling of accomplishment it brings. 86% of exports are manufactured goods, and they support 95,000 jobs.
TOP PROJECTS
COMPANY | LOCATION | JOBS |
KCS International Inc. | Oconto | 404 |
Fiserv Solutions, LLC | Brookfield | 322 |
Sysco Eastern Wisconsin, LLC | Jackson | 209 |
Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. | Milwaukee | 189 |
American Orthodontics Corporation | Sheboygan | 180 |
FEATURED LOCATIONS
From our central location and extensive transportation infrastructure to our experienced, educated workforce – there are countless reasons to choose Wisconsin. From site selection through construction, opening and expansion, we can help you and your clients realize their vision. Let Wisconsin show you how to truly Look Forward.
WORKFORCE INCENTIVES
The Workforce Innovation Grant Program supports regions of Wisconsin to solve pressing workforce challenges by providing maximum grants to organizations to create innovative plans that address challenges stemming from COVID-19.
TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS
#2 Manufacturing Jobs (% of workforce) | 2023 State Rankings |
#3 Manufacturing Output (% of GDP) | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Agribusiness | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Food Processing | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Medtech / Medical Devices | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 5 Most Affordable Cities (Over 500K Pop.): Milwaukee | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 5 Tech Talent Leaders (Labor Pool Under 50K): Madison | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 5 Food Processing: Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MI-WI | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Best Business Climate (Mid-Sized): Madison | 2023 Metro Rankings |
LATEST NEWS
Community, Business Leaders Bolster Wisconsin’s Economy
The Badger State could add more than 190,000 jobs across occupations from 2020 to 2030, according to Job Center of Wisconsin projections.
FAA Grants Nearly $1B For Building Better Airport Terminals
Under this funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, 114 airports across the U.S, spanning 44 states and three territories will improve service and performance.
2024 Top Utilities
These top utilities play a key role in state and local economic development endeavors, as well as sustainability efforts.
Kwik Trip To Bring More Than 500 Jobs To Wisconsin By 2027
Kwik Trip will create more than 500 jobs in Wisconsin by 2027 as part of a statewide, $151 million investment.