Top Ten Reasons to Locate in El Paso
- An Abundant Supply of Trainable Labor.
The labor force in El Paso/Juarez is typified by competitive wages, a wide variety of skill levels, strong work ethic and a median age of less than 29. The State of Texas can even help you pay training costs.
- Strategic Location.
Located in the heart of the North American continent, El Paso/Juarez makes a great location for firms who benefit from NAFTA. This bi-national community is also centrally located in the southwestern United States, and is positioned in the virtual middle of the U.S.-Mexico border.
- Extensive Transportation Network.
The region boasts two international airports, with almost 200 daily non-stop flights to major markets in the U.S. and Mexico. Located at the crossroads of two interstate highways and four major railways, the region also offers four international points of entry to/from Mexico.
- Advanced Telecommunications Infrastructure.
Access to fiber optics throughout the city, with ISDN capabilities. The region is also strategically located on the fiber networks of all major long distance carriers in the U.S. A wide range of cross border telecommunications services is also available.
- Comprehensive Support Services for Business.
There are numerous organizations and companies in El Paso/Juarez with the expertise to help you gain access to the technology and capital your business requires. In addition, the region provides a wide range of supplies and services, from plastic molded components to packaging.
- Exceptional Quality of Life.
El Paso offers an exceptional quality-of-life, thanks to the mild, dry climate, year-round recreation, competitive cost-of-living, and an extraordinary blend of three cultures.
- Higher Education and Training.
With the University of Texas at El Paso, the El Paso Community College, New Mexico State University, and several other private and public institutions in the region, we can provide you with the skills and management personnel your company requires.
- Low Tax Burden.
Texas has one of the lowest franchise taxes in the U.S. and there is no personal income tax at the state or local level. Texas also waives sales taxes on manufacturing equipment. In addition, El Paso does not levy property taxes on inventories that remain the state for less than six months, nor do we charge a tax on pollution control equipment. The tax burden could be even lower if your company qualifies for municipal tax abatement or is designated as a project in one of the three local enterprise zones.
- Texas is a right-to-work state.
- Your Competitors are Here!
More than 70 Fortune 500 companies, other major corporations and their suppliers are already located here. To find out how your company can locate here too, call Sonny Brown Associates.
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