Advanced Manufacturing

With a unique combination of top-ranked operating costs, a growing population, and logistical advantages, St. Charles County, Missouri, offers the ideal location for your production needs. 

This is the manufacturing powerhouse of the Midwest, a place where innovation and craftsmanship come together to drive progress. From family-owned aerospace operations to global leaders like GM, manufacturers here are thriving.  Take a look at what we’re making here and discover why this is the perfect place for companies of all sizes to flourish.

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An Unbeatable Location

Located just 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis, St. Charles County's central location and sophisticated transportation infrastructure allow your product to be anywhere in the US - including major coastal ports - in a matter of days. 

A Deep Talent Pool

As the fastest-growing county in Missouri, St. Charles County has a deep talent pool to meet your workforce demands. Additionally, our location within the St. Louis metro area provides access to an additional workforce population of over 1 million. 

 

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Fastest-growing county in Missouri
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of new job growth in the STL region

Manufacturers thriving in St. Charles County include:

Missouri: A National Workforce Leader

Missouri recognizes that developing and attracting a skilled workforce is a must for companies to be successful. Recent initiatives have resulted in the state catapulting to the top of national on-the-job training and apprenticeship rankings.

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lowest corporate tax rate
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lowest unemployment insurance
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lowest property tax
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electric rates lower than the national average

State Advantages

Missouri is a business-friendly state that understands the importance of keeping taxes down and costs low. Companies operating in Missouri enjoy some of the lowest corporate taxes and business costs in the nation.  

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in the nation for new apprentices
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in the nation for active apprentices
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in the nation for on-the-job training programs
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in the nation for completed apprenticeships

 

 

"Since 1983, GM Wentzville Assembly has been proud to call St. Charles County home. The County remains one of the fastest-growing in Missouri due in part to its commitment to partnering and building relationships with the business community. We are invested in its growth by providing great jobs and supporting the community through philanthropy and engagement. General Motors is honored to be an important part of the success of St. Charles County."

 LAMAR RUCKER

Plant Executive Director, General Motors Wentzville Assembly