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We strive to improve the well-being and quality of life of West Alabama.

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Using strategic initiatives, we work to ensure businesses not only thrive individually but also play a pivotal role in shaping a prosperous and connected community for all.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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We realize that business can be conducted from almost anywhere around the globe. We believe there is no better place to do business than in West Alabama. The combination of a strong local and state economy; business-friendly public policies; smart college graduates; a talented workforce; and transportation access and connections make our community second to none. 

We stand ready to help you make the best site selection decision.

Business Assistance & Incentives

  • City of Tuscaloosa – Operations

  • City of Northport – Economic Development

  • Tuscaloosa County Economic Development Authority

  • Visit Tuscaloosa

  • Alabama Department of Commerce – Business Development Division

  • Alabama Industrial Development Training (AIDT)

  • Alabama Small Business Development Center

  • Economic Development Partnership of Alabama EDPA

  • U.S. Economic Development Administration

International Trade

  • Alabama Department of Commerce - International Trade

  • Alabama International Trade Center

  • Export Alabama Alliance

  • Select USA

Largest Employers in Tuscaloosa County

The University of AlabamaHigher Education11,403
Mercedes-Benz U.S. InternationalAutomobile Manufacturing3,900
DCH Regional Medical CenterMedical Services3,315
County Board of EducationPublic Education2,277
City Board of EducationPublic Education1,446
Warrior Met Coal, Inc.Metallurgical Coal Mining1,387
Michelin/BFGoodrich Tire ManufacturingAftermarket Tire Manufacturing1,348
City of TuscaloosaCity Services1,289
Veterans Administration HospitalSpecialized Health Care1,277
Phifer IncorporatedAluminum/Fiberglass Screening Manufacturing1,204
   
Largest Manufacturing Employers in Tuscaloosa County
Mercedes-Benz U.S. InternationalAutomobiles3,900
Warrior Met CoalMetallurgical Coal Mining1,387
Michelin/BFGoodrich Tire ManufacturingAftermarket Tires1,348
Phifer IncorporatedAluminum/Fiberglass Screening1,204
SMP Automotive Systems AlabamaAutomotive Components1,107
ARD LogisticsThird-Party Logistics768
Brose TuscaloosaAutomotive Components & Systems645
Source: Tuscaloosa County Industrial Development Authority (TCIDA) - Q1 - 2019

 

Opportunity Zones

  • Opportunity Zones in Tuscaloosa County

  • Opportunity Alabama

  • Opportunity Zone Research

  • What Investors Should Know

Transportation

  • Alabama State Port Authority

  • Amtrak

  • Birmingham - Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)

  • Tuscaloosa National Airport (TCL)

  • Tuscaloosa County Road Improvement Commission (TCRIC)

Utilities

Electricity

  • Alabama Power

Natural Gas

  • Spire

Water / Sewer

  • Tuscaloosa - Utilities

  • City of Northport - Utilities

  • Citizens Water

Telecommunications

  • AT&T

  • Comcast Business

  • Moundville Telephone Company

  • Uniti Fiber

  • WhiteSky Communications

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Questions?

Please reach out to

Barkley Garrett

Vice President of Economic and Community Development

(205) 391-0329

barkley@westalabamachamber.com

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