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Belpre is a successful community that takes pride in solid relationships with local businesses of all sizes. Over the years, business development has helped the Belpre area become one of the “fastest growing small towns” in Ohio. Located in the heart of the Mid-Ohio Valley, Belpre is situated on the banks of the Ohio River. There is a close knit community atmosphere in this population of approximately 6,500 but there is also a secondary retail market of over 50,000 just minutes away.
The Belpre area has grown steadily in large industrial companies and manufacturing plants such as Kraton Polymers, the world's leading manufacturer of SBCs, unique polyisoprene grades, and is the industry's backstage partner helping fuel tomorrow's market innovations. DuPont, Sabic Innovative Plastics, Evonik Degussa Corporation and America Styrenics are also recognizable contributors to our local economy.
Many smaller businesses create jobs that support our community.
Freight and transportation companies, food services, auto
sales, personal care services, insurance agencies, craftsmen
and vendors of every caliber add their talents and experience
to keep our local economy looking good for years to come.
Belpre is extremely proud of the growth and availability of
medical services and physicians that have located in our area.
Hospital improvements and good relationships with medical
personnel keep our local population well and thriving.
Tourism and travel also comprise an intrinsic part of the
Belpre area economy. Our beautiful parks and waterways are
enjoyed by local folks and the many visitors we receive.
A few key selling points which make Belpre an ideal growth
location for business:
Location: Within 500 miles of over
50% of U.S. population or 50% of the nation’s marketplace,
and 60% of the country’s manufacturing labor force.
Transportation: Improved access via interstate highways; air, rail, and Ohio River waterway are all available.
Abundant Natural Resources: Energy sources are economical
and our industrial community is safety-conscious and environmentally
responsible.
Do you have a business? Are you looking to relocate? Are
you starting a new business? Belpre, Ohio is the place for
you!
Business Assistance
For Business Technical Assistance please contact the Belpre
Chamber of Commerce at 740-423-8934 or click on the link below
to contact a business consultant in your area.
http://www.ohiou.edu/sbdc
Taxes, Forms and Fees
For State Tax Information:
http://tax.ohio.gov/
Workers Comp Info
http://www.ohiobwc.com/
Sites and Buildings
Are you looking for commercial real estate either vacant land
or a local building. If so click below to see a local listing.
If you do not find what you are looking for please call 740-423-8934
and ask for the Economic Development Chairman.
Sites and Buildings
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