Illinois

Our location in the center of North America, our world-class infrastructure, and our top talent are some of the reasons why Illinois a first-class destination to do business. Combined with our high caliber universities and research facilities, Illinois continues to be a global economic powerhouse and center of innovation.

— Sylvia Garcia, Acting Director, Illinois Dept. of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

DOING BUSINESS IN ILLINOIS

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Illinois produces more nuclear energy than any other state in the country. (Photo: Adobe Stock)

Illinois EDGE

TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS: ILLINOIS

#3 Food Processing2023 State Rankings
Top 10 Film & Television2023 State Rankings
#1 Industrial Parks: Elk Grove Business Park (Elk Grove Village2023 Metro Rankings
#1 FTZ Activity (Imports): Chicago 2023 Metro Rankings
#2 Most Affordable (Mid-Sized; Over 50K Pop.): Decatur2023 Metro Rankings
#3 Manufacturing Hubs (Small): Kankakee2023 Metro Rankings
Top 5 Corporate Headquarters: Chicago/Naperville/Evanston2023 Metro Rankings
Top 5 Logistics Leaders: Chicago2023 Metro Rankings
Top 10 Smart Cities: Chicago2023 Metro Rankings
Top 5 Financial Centers (North America): Chicago2023 Global Rankings

From the July / August 2023 issue of Business Facilities

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The Village of Wheeling is the center of commerce in Chicago’s north suburbs, offering a central location, direct access to regional highways, freight and passenger rail service, and proximity to O’Hare and Chicago Executive airports.

 


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