From global corporations to emerging manufacturers — Cherokee County, SC delivers the sites, incentives, workforce, and partnerships that make investment decisions easy.
Top sector in Cherokee County
Out of 542 communities
Streamlined, non-delegated system
First Solar 2025 expansion
Non-delegated permitting system gets your business operational faster than anywhere in the region — with fees nearly one-third the cost of neighboring areas.
The CCDB and County Administration are your dedicated partners — offering personalized support and streamlined processes at every step of your investment.
From land costs to utility rates to labor, Cherokee County's cost-of-doing-business index is among the most competitive in the entire Southeast.
Pre-certified industrial sites with utilities in place, environmental clearance, and infrastructure ready — minimizing time from commitment to production.
Situated at the I-85 corridor between Charlotte and Greenville-Spartanburg, with direct access to SC Inland Port, Charlotte Douglas, and GSP airports.
Right-to-Work state with no statewide property tax, single-factor corporate income tax apportionment, and sweeping sales tax exemptions on production inputs.
Manufacturing is Cherokee County’s top employer, with over 10,000 residents working in the sector. The broader economy spans distribution, healthcare, professional services, and more creating a resilient, multi-layered workforce.
900,000 + skilled workers within a 60-minute drive one of the deepest labor pools in the Southeast.
South Carolina removes sales tax from the inputs that matter most keeping your cost structure lean from day one.
Major truck manufacturing and assembly operation, part of the Daimler Truck network.
Global leader in performance textiles and advanced materials with deep Cherokee County roots.
$330M expansion announced in 2025 — one of the largest recent investments in the county.
Major distribution center serving the Southeast corridor via direct I-85 access.
Michelin Group company selecting Cherokee County for a new manufacturing operation.
Permitting system
Cherokee County’s non-delegated permitting system is designed around one goal: getting your business operational as fast as possible. With permitting fees nearly one-third the cost of neighboring areas, you save money and time from the very first day.
