Our Location

Anderson County SC is a business-friendly community with a high standard of living and an excellent quality of life located along Interstate 85 in the heart of Upstate South Carolina.   Anderson County is a short two-hour drive from both Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC.   Over 170,000 people in the county and 26,000 in the City have chosen to live and work in the area’s warm Southern climate – which is only enhanced with beautiful Lake Hartwell bordering much of the County.

Our Business Climate

With over 230 manufacturers, including 22 international companies, in the county, Anderson has a thriving business climate.  The top major industries in Anderson include manufacturers of automotive products, metal products, industrial machinery, plastics, publishing and textiles.  Two industries that many times interconnect are the plastic and automotive sectors.  There are more than 27 BMW Suppliers in the Upstate, which is recognized internationally as an automotive supplier hub.  The plastic industry has a strong presence in the Upstate with 244 plastic companies located within the 10 counties of the northwest corner of SC.  Anderson County, in particular, has 11 automotive suppliers and is a major player in the plastic industry with 27 plastic companies located within its borders.

Our Resources

q       Outstanding Sites
With over 37 miles of Interstate 85 frontage, Anderson County has the perfect logistic location for your business

q       Quality Labor Force
Anderson County has the skilled, trained, and available labor force needed for your business to succeed.

q       Proximity to Top Research University
Clemson University, located just 12 miles from Anderson, is a selective, public, land grand university that focuses on research, public service and world-class teaching.  The research conducted at Clemson is a tremendous asset to local industry.

q       Work Force Training
As a member of South Carolina’s State Technical and Comprehensive Education Program, Tri-County Technical College offers specialty training through The Center for Accelerated Technology Training.  This program focuses on the training needs of new and existing business and industry in South Carolina.

q       Aggressive Incentives
Anderson County offers a wide range of incentives, such as reduced property taxes and enhanced tax credits for job creation.