Work
Economic Development
Growing Middlesboro's economy through business attraction, retention, and expansion.
~10,000
City Population
~28,000
County Population
US-25E
Highway Access
$0
Inventory Tax
Why Middlesboro?
Strategic Location
Located at the US-25E and US-58 interchange, Middlesboro offers direct highway access between Lexington and Knoxville.
Available Workforce
Bell County and surrounding areas provide a dedicated labor pool with strong manufacturing and service sector experience.
Competitive Costs
Lower land, utility, and operating costs than metro areas, with Kentucky tax incentives for qualifying projects.
Available Sites
Commercial and industrial properties along the Cumberland Avenue corridor and downtown Cumberland Avenue.
Ready to Grow Here?
Contact the Economic Development office to discuss site selection, incentives, and business opportunities in Middlesboro.
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