Print this
page
Siskiyou
County is where California competitiveness meets a Pacific Northwest
lifestyle. We are located in beautiful Northern California,
halfway between Medford, Oregon and Redding, California; or Seattle and
Los Angeles! Not only do we offer a very advantageous location
for markets, but also a very affordable and desirable place to do
business. In fact, we believe that our county is quite
possibly the most business friendly place in
California!
In Siskiyou
County we effortlessly combine the exceptional quality of life found
only in rural communities with quick and easy access to urban
markets. Interstate 5 and Highway 97 run right through the
middle of our county and there are no less than five small, local
airports along with easy access to three larger regional
airports. And we have great rail service too! We
enjoy an exceptional quality of life thanks to a combination of
affordable housing, first-rate educational opportunities, a qualified
workforce, and advanced medical facilities, all in an area rich in
recreational activities.
The
low cost of living coupled with a high quality of life are tremendous
assets, adding to our ever-increasing ability to sustain current
businesses as well as attracting new companies, jobs and investment to
Siskiyou County. With clean air and clean water urban
professionals are eagerly flocking to our area to escape the pollution
of the city. In fact, the water in Siskiyou County is so clean
and pure that several water bottling companies are located within the
area.
For businesses,
this means that attracting and maintaining a qualified workforce is a
relatively simple matter. Absenteeism and turnover rates are
low in the region, and our competitively
priced sites and
buildings are among the best to be
found in California. As a part of California’s
Enterprise
Zone, Siskiyou County also offers
strong business tax incentives to ensure your business
success. And as a West Coast transportation hub, we are well
positioned to offer businesses significant
advantages.
Siskiyou
County has the resources, real estate, tax incentives, and qualified
workforce to allow you to compete globally while enjoying the benefits
of a quiet, rural lifestyle. Here are some of the highlights
of resources
you will find here:
Workforce & Education
A
committed and motivated workforce is reflected in lower than average
absenteeism and turnover. Siskiyou County is one of
California’s most affordable labor markets with a current
unemployment rate of 9% and an average wage of approximately
$27,000. We are a frontier rural area that is transitioning
from a timber-based economy to a more diversified economy. This
transition, characterized by competitive real estate prices, low
interest loans for qualified businesses, and access to custom employee
training programs, is good news for businesses looking to
expand. Click here for more information on workforce.
From
an educational standpoint our county offers exceptional opportunities
from K-12 to graduate level as well as numerous specialized training
programs. Whether you are looking at staffing your company or
finding quality education for your family, our educational systems will
meet your needs. In addition to the educational structure in
Siskiyou we offer many training programs and workshops for advanced
training and skills enhancement. Click here for more
information on education.
Healthcare
An
active health care community provides a variety of services as well as
free annual fitness and wellness clinics. Siskiyou County has two
hospitals, several licensed residential care facilities, and physicians
and surgeons practicing a broad cross-section of medical
specialties. In addition to the healthcare programs mentioned
above, Siskiyou County has several urgent care and walk-in clinics, as
well as various wellness facilities practicing alternative
medicine. Click here for more information on
healthcare.
Land & Buildings
Siskiyou
County has an abundance of affordable and developable industrial land
as well as a myriad of properties that can easily be transformed into
the perfect facility for your project needs. Siskiyou County
Economic Development Council will work with you to identify the most
desirable land parcel or property. You can even begin your
search now by utilizing our Siskiyou
County Prospector which showcases all of our available
inventory. We are confident that our properties (incentive
priced in exchange for job creation) and construction costs (estimated
at about $45.00 per square foot for basic manufacturing space) will be
competitive throughout Northern California and Southern
Oregon.
Transportation
As
part of the Interstate 5 corridor, Siskiyou County is as accessible as
it is scenic. Businesses can get their products to market
quickly and efficiently utilizing any of the many modes of
transportation available here. From major highways and
interstates to rail and air - options for businesses are vast and
readily available. Click here for more information on
transportation.
Recreation & Activities
Siskiyou
County, with such
major landmarks as
Mount
Shasta, offers countless outdoor
recreational
activities that are second to none. During the spring and
summer months, try your hand at mountain climbing, camping, golfing,
boating, fishing and rafting. Fall and winter months offer
hunting, skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling just to name a few.
Diverse
cultural
activities also abound, as the arts are an integral part of
Siskiyou County life. From
the annual music festivals held throughout the county to the numerous
theaters, opportunities for cultural enrichment are readily available.
In addition to the fun activities found in Siskiyou County, there are
many attractions nearby including
Turtle Bay Exploration Park in
Redding,
California, and the Oregon
Shakespearean Festival in
Ashland, Oregon, with other major
cultural centers such as
Portland and
San
Francisco only a 4 hour drive
away.