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Saline County

Important Assets
  • Easy access to recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping in nearby Shawnee National Forest and Garden of the Gods Recreational Area.
  • Location of Clearwave Communications headquarters (internet and communications company). Outstanding fiber internet access throughout Harrisburg area.
  • Other incentives: Enterprise Zone, New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC).
Top Industries (Private Sector)
2018
  • Health Care and Social Assistance: 2,181 Employees
  • Retail Trade: 1,198 Employees
  • Accommodation and Food Services: 761 Employees

By the Numbers

Population
24,430
Unemployment Rate
8.7%
Poverty Rate
20.6%

Harrisburg Opportunity Zone

Saline County: Harrisburg Recreational Tourism

The Assets
  • Downtown Harrisburg located eight miles from entrance to Shawnee National Forest.
  • Easy access to hiking, camping, rock climbing, and other recreational activities.
  • Nearly one million tourists visit Shawnee National Forest every year.
The Opportunity
  • Invest in new hotels and RV park for recreational tourists.

Saline County: Harrisburg Downtown Improvements

The Assets
  • Downtown located at the entrance of Shawnee National Forest. Easy access to hiking, camping, and rock climbing.
  • Location to Clearwave Communications headquarters (internet and communications company).
  • Dense downtown with public transportation options unique to rural setting.
  • Centrally located with access to major highways. Over 19,000 vehicles drive through downtown daily.
  • Outstanding high speed fiber internet access attractive to businesses and remote workforce.
The Opportunity
  • Invest in new coworking spaces and apartments for remote workforce.
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