EDC St. Charles County | Community Profile

lements of distinction and excellence have come together in
St. Charles County (PDF) creating an unparalleled “quality of place” in the American heartland.

In the last decade, this collar county to metro St. Louis has welcomed approximately 70,000 new residents and more than 10 million visit the area every year, drawn by our impressive “lifescape,” outstanding local attractions, and popular community events.

As the third largest economy in the state of Missouri and a population approaching 355,000, St. Charles County enjoys a reputation as a great place to grow your business and your life. Consider what the community has to offer companies, families, and visitors:

Business-friendly atmosphere with some of the Midwest’s lowest taxes and a progress approach to planned growth
Dynamic workforce and one of the lowest unemployment rates in Missouri and bi-state St. Louis
Top employers such as Citi, MasterCard Worldwide, Boeing, General Motors and Enterprise Holdings
Affordable cost-of-living and competitive operating expenses compared to other parts of the U.S. and bi-state region
Award-winning communities that are routinely in national rankings by Money magazine, BusinessWeek, and Relocate America
Nationally recognized hospitals and library district along with award-winning public and private educational institutions at all levels
More than 23,000 acres of public parkland and an abundance of cultural, entertainment, sports, and shopping facilities

All of these important factors and many more continue to draw new businesses, new residents, and millions of visitors every year to our remarkable community. Now we invite you to experience the LifeScape of St. Charles County, Missouri!