Chester County is part of the Charlotte Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which is the largest MSA in the Carolinas and the 4th largest in the Southeastern U.S.
40thLargest MSA in the Southeastern U.S.
Doing Business in South Carolina
Why Industries Choose Chester
Many industrial clients decide to “Choose Chester” because of our pro-business atmosphere, strategic location and the county’s workforce who are dedicated to hard work, excellence and perseverance.
Top States for Doing Business
SC Ranks30rd
Overall Cost of Doing Business
SC Ranks30rd
Business Incentive Programs
SC Ranks20nd
Competitive Labor Market
SC Ranks50th
Workforce Development Programs
SC Ranks30rd
Energy Availability & Costs
SC Ranks60th
Logistics & Infrastructure
SC Ranks60th
Available Real Estate
SC Tied For20nd
Cooperative & Responsive State Government
SC Ranks40th
Site-Readiness Programs
SC Ranks30rd
Favorable Regulatory Environment
SC Ranks10st
Speed of Project Permitting
SC Tied For20nd
National rankings of South Carolina
Partnerships That Reinforce Our Strength
We are grateful for our partners for investing in our community’s economic development efforts and recognizing our unique qualities and potential for phenomenal growth.
