The Greater Oklahoma City area was settled at the shot of a gun at the famous Land Run of 1889, bringing thousands of homesteaders from around the world to stake their claim to acres of opportunity. That same entrepreneurial spirit is embedded in our state and in the character of our people.
This spirit of growth combined with our ability to successfully collaborate on issues of importance has fostered economic diversification and steady and sustainable growth. This can best be seen in our major industry clusters:
Greater OKC now boasts more than 300 public- and private-sector aviation and aerospace firms.
Learn MoreFirms in Greater Oklahoma City’s Bioscience sector boast annual revenues of more than $4.1 billion.
Learn MoreOklahoma City's energy industry has developed significantly from its oil-intense beginnings.
Learn MoreThere's a reason the Greater Oklahoma City region is such a great place for Logistics: Location.
Learn MoreAs Oklahoma continues its march out of the economically disastrous COVID-19 pandemic, the state Department of Commerce is setting aside $10 million for existing manufacturers to spur investment and innovation.
With this year’s topic centralizing on autonomous system technologies, thought leaders from the public and private sectors as well as industry and academia all came together to discuss global advancements in autonomous systems and to highlight Oklahoma’s position at the forefront of this wave of innovation.
With an 86.6 cost of living index combined with an array of attractions, culture, and entertainment, Oklahoma City made PureWow’s top ten list featuring the “coolest cities with the lowest cost of living” in the nation.
About 119 miles of streets were resurfaced and 21 miles of sidewalk constructed in 2020 with Better Streets, Safer City sales tax funds. The bond-funded portion of the program includes hundreds of millions of dollars more in street resurfacing funds.
Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings have each affirmed the City of Oklahoma City’s top-notch bond rating and stable long-term outlook. It’s the 11th year in a row OKC achieved the highest rating.
Motorists can continue to expect construction within several Oklahoma City metro interstate work zones this spring, but with the promise of improved pavement conditions and safety updates along some of the most heavily traveled corridors within the city.
Recently, VeloCity sat down with Evan Fay, manager of innovation and entrepreneurship for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber. Fay is the Chamber’s point person when it comes to connecting with entrepreneurs in OKC.
As officials at Will Rogers World Airport work through an unprecedented decline in air travel at the same time they are implementing a significant terminal expansion, we reached out to Mark Kranenburg, OKC's Director of Airports, to get some insight on what is next for the region’s largest airport.
Oklahoma City ranks No. 1 for Lowest Cost of Living among all reporting large cities over 500,000 population.
The work of an innovator is never complete.
In many ways, the story of the Oklahoma River and the modern-day renaissance of Oklahoma City go hand-in-hand. The river and Oklahoma City had many ups and downs during their first century before the original MAPS program jump started an unprecedented rebirth for both. You can read more about the rise of the Oklahoma River here.
The most livable community in the U.S. and a Top 10 coolest city with lowest cost of living. The easiest place in North America to do business and a Top 10 job growth ranking. The No. 1 place for startups to expand. A "must-visit destination in 2020" and one of the best places for young adults to thrive. The list of reasons you should locate your business in Oklahoma City is growing - almost as quickly as the list of reasons why people love living here. In Greater Oklahoma City, we understand that partnership among business, government, EDOs and civic leaders is integral to our success. Let us introduce you to the thriving 10-county region that is greater Oklahoma City: a city that has rediscovered its strengths - and redefined itself for the future; and to the regional economic development partnership that is here to help you create success.
Finding the perfect real estate option for your relocation or expansion is easy to do in Greater Oklahoma City. With a combination of affordability, availability and flexibility there is an option that meets your needs. The region boasts numerous Certified Site and Site Ready locations, ample greenfield sites, and unique brownfield redevelopment sites.
You have a lot to consider as you prepare to relocate or expand to Oklahoma City. We offer the following information to help you explore your opportunities. View all of our resources.
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber tracks more than a dozen economic indicators to provide a snapshot and trend analysis for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area economy.
Learn MoreWant to dive into the data yourself to see how Greater Oklahoma City will maximize the value of your business?
Learn MoreThe Greater Oklahoma City metro offers a qualified, available workforce, straight-forward business incentives and world-class job training.
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