Western Nebraska

Live and work in the same community. Looking for a total community experience -- one where you can live, play and grow your business in the same community? With nearly 50,000 acres of public land, national parks and lakes, you can hunt, boat, golf, fish, water ski, ride horses or hike within a 20-minute drive.

Agriculture

Western Nebraska prominence in agriculture dates back to the 1800s when emigrants traveling the Oregon and California Trails set down roots in the fertile valley of the North Platte River. Cattle, grain, sugar beets, and beans are produced here to be shipped world-wide. Agriculture is an important, diverse, and interesting segment of the economy.

Medical

As the hub for acute medical care encompassing a four-state region, western Nebraska continues to attract new medical services. A 750-mile health care fiber optic network links the area to Denver.

Technology

A 750 mile cable containing 48 strands optic fiber links western Nebraska to Denver and national research networks. The low humidity, redundant fiber and utilities make the area a prime candidate for data centers.

Industry

Western Nebraska has rail, space, and the infrastructure to support new industry. The State of Nebraska’s incentive program continues to help develop industry in the area.

Finance

Mortgage service centers have been a part of the community for over a decade and continue to expand facilities.


Welcome to Western Nebraska

Western Nebraska is ag-central. We have access to the agricultural raw materials that are needed for the production of value-added agricultural products. Beef, corn, beans, wheat, and sugar beets are all grown in large quantities in Western Nebraska.

Western Nebraska is developing a strong presence in the financial services and light manufacturing industries as well.

The workforce is here, too.  16,633 people working across all job-sectors, many with with agricultural backgrounds. An additional 3,000 workers live in Scotts Bluff County in Western Nebraska and commute to another county or state.

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To explore western Nebraska’s economic climate, please visit the following pages:

If you have any questions about economic development in Western Nebraska, please email us at twincitiesinfo@tcdne.org or call Rawnda Pierce, executive director, at 308.632.2833.

AboutTwin Cities Development  (TCD) works to support all economic development activities that create jobs and bring investment into Western Nebraska. As an independent, member-supported, non-profit, TCD is a neutral Economic Development Organization (EDO) available for consultation to companies interested in relocating or expanding.  TCD works cooperatively with other entities (Utilities, State Government Departments, and Federal,  and Local Officials) to enhance the employment and economic base in Western Nebraska.

 

 


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