Manufacturing

A skilled workforce and a business-friendly climate keeps the manufacturing momentum growing in Rankin County, Mississippi.

Rankin County and the Jackson, Mississippi MSA have a long history as a choice destination for domestic and global manufacturing companies. From automotive to aerospace, agribusiness and consumer goods, Rankin County and the Jackson Metro manufacturers produce and distribute products and enhance the lives of people around the nation and globe.

Manufacturing companies in Rankin County continue to grow and expand due to the state’s business friendly climate. The state, local governments and area partners offer a variety of business incentives and resources to support the needs of the manufacturing industry. Mississippi’s success is related to a pro-business climate, low taxes, a skilled and growing workforce, access to incentives and resources, strong existing infrastructure and ideal geographic location – with more than 60% of major population centers within a one day’s drive.

The state’s benefits combined with Rankin County’s regional assets, including an educated and available labor force and steadily growing population, make us the perfect location for the manufacturing industry and ensures businesses are able to thrive.

Logistics, Transportation & Warehousing

The Logistics, Transportation & Warehousing Industry in Rankin County is not only steadily growing, but thriving in Rankin County, Mississippi.

Mississippi is known as a hub for the Logistics, Transportation & Warehousing Industry due to its ideal location and positioning in the growing southeastern market. Customers are looking for fast access to products. With more than 60% of major population centers within a day’s drive, companies have the competitive advantage of quick speed to global markets for a fraction of the cost.

This industry is also booming on a more centralized level in Rankin County and the surrounding region. In 2021, the industry alone produced $1.3 billion in GDP. This is due to the county’s strategic location, skilled and available workforce and strong existing infrastructure. Industry growth in the county only continues to rise – with a 2.8% growth rate over the past ten years.

Rankin County has the workforce to support this growing industry. More than 10,400 individuals are already employed within the field and the upcoming talent pipeline is robust and reliable. With an available and affordable workforce, it is no wonder the industry has experienced much success in the region and will only continue to do so in the future.

Agricultural & Food Manufacturing

Not only are the crops growing in Rankin County, Mississippi, but so is the Agricultural Industry itself.

Mississippi has been a long-standing leader in the Agricultural Industry and remains the state’s top industry sector. The Agricultural, as well as Food Manufacturing, industries continue to grow and expand due to the state’s business friendly climate. The state, local governments and area partners offer a variety of business incentives and resources to support the needs of the industry.

With a rich agrarian history and over 120,000 acres of farmland, Rankin County is a prime location for the Agricultural and Food Manufacturing Industries. The county’s best-selling crops include cotton, soybeans, forest products, poultry, beef and dairy. The region’s workforce is skilled and affordable, with over 3,000 agricultural industry jobs within a 45-minute drive time. And with support from industry and education partners, there is a growing talent pipeline of skilled individuals prepared, ready and eager to work.

Automotive Manufacturing

Rankin County, Mississippi, is committed to supporting the growing Automotive Industry.

Mississippi is a known leader in the Manufacturing Industry, including the growing automotive sector. Due to an extremely business-friendly climate, automotive manufacturers continue to locate and expand in the state. The state, local governments and area partners offer a variety of business incentives and resources to support the needs of the expanding industry.

The Automotive Manufacturing Industry is a significantly growing industry in Rankin County – and is only expected to continue doing so. There has been a 2.0% increase in the industry over the past 10 years within a 45-minute drive time of the county. This growth is supported by a commitment to investing in and bolstering the talent pipeline. Higher education providers, along with industry partners, are providing pathways for students to quickly enter the sector with the skills needed for success.

With the location of Nissan North America and Continental Tires in neighboring counties, as well as other regional automotive suppliers, the area is a top destination for the automotive industry. The industry is well poised for further growth, with automotive companies taking advantage of the region’s skilled workforce and well-connected transportation infrastructure.