Abilene, Texas
Development Corporation of Abilene
Abilene, Texas is a growing regional hub in West Central Texas known for its strong workforce, diversified economy, and business-friendly environment. The city offers a balanced mix of affordable living, modern infrastructure, and access to education, healthcare, and logistics assets. Abilene’s pro-growth leadership and long-term investment strategy make it an attractive destination for companies seeking sustainable expansion.
Abliene, Texas – Quick Facts
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Population
127–130K
Parks
27 city parks covering over 1,000 acres
Education
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or highe
Median Age
38.4
Healthcare
2 regional hospitals. 1 private hospitals
Commercial Space
Updating Soon
Median Household Income
$99,115
Workforce Estimate
101,091
Foreign-Born Population
27%
Median Home Value
$353,600
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
Companies
Home to more than 4,831 businesses
Community Profile
Abilene serves as a strategic economic center for West Central Texas, offering companies access to a skilled workforce, modern infrastructure, and a supportive business climate. Its central location provides efficient regional connectivity while maintaining lower operating costs compared to larger metropolitan areas. This combination allows companies to scale operations without sacrificing access to talent or essential services.
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The city places a strong emphasis on long-term economic sustainability, investing in workforce development, healthcare access, and commercial growth. Abilene’s cost of living, quality-of-life amenities, and housing affordability make it an appealing destination for both employers and relocating employees. Community leadership works closely with industry partners to ensure continued alignment between business needs and local resources.
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With a diverse economic base and significant available industrial capacity, Abilene is well-positioned to support manufacturing, logistics, and technology-driven industries. The Development Corporation of Abilene plays an active role in guiding site selection, workforce planning, and incentive alignment to help companies transition smoothly into the region.
Target Industries
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Advanced Manufacturing
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Logistics & Distribution
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Aerospace & Defense
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Energy & Energy Services
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Healthcare & Life Sciences
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Technology & Data Services
Education & Workforce Pipeline
Abilene benefits from a strong education and workforce ecosystem supported by regional universities, technical schools, and workforce development programs. These institutions collaborate with local employers to provide industry-aligned training, certifications, and degree programs. This ensures a steady pipeline of skilled talent across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and technical fields.​
Incentives
The Development Corporation of Abilene offers competitive incentive programs designed to support business attraction, expansion, and job creation. Incentives may include performance-based grants, infrastructure assistance, workforce training support, and site development coordination. Each incentive package is customized to align with project scope, investment level, and long-term economic impact.​
Contact Develop Abilene
Address
Development Corporation of Abilene
174 Cypress Street
Abilene, Texas 79601
