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Achieve Your Vision in Greater Philadelphia
Business in Greater Philadelphia is booming. There’s a reason why we’re the No. 1 emerging startup ecosystem in the nation: we have a business climate that encourages bold ideas while guaranteeing a stable, globally connected environment for growth. On top of that, the cost of doing business in Greater Philadelphia is remarkably affordable compared to other top metros in the U.S. If you’re a company executive or site selector looking to access the full range of business services in the region, you don’t need to look far: that’s why Select Greater Philadelphia (Select) is here.
Continue reading to learn how expanding in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware — i.e., Greater Philadelphia — could position your company to grab the reins of the 21st-century economy.
Top: The Ben Franklin Bridge gives commuters easy access to New Jersey and Philadelphia, including access to PATCO, New Jersey’s rapid transit system. Photo by Elevated Angles for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®. Below slideshow images courtesy of, in part: M. Edlow for GPTMC and University of Pennsylvania Flickr.
Economic Overview
Greater Philadelphia is an economic powerhouse that’s accessible to the world.
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Demographics
As one of the most diverse regions in the U.S., Greater Philadelphia’s connected community is advancing an inclusive vision of success.
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Workforce
Fueled by nearly 127 colleges and universities, Greater Philadelphia’s talent pool is forward-thinking, highly skilled, and uniquely qualified.
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Largest Employers
Fortune 500 companies, industry leaders, and world-renowned health systems and universities can all be found in the list of Greater Philadelphia’s largest employers.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
In addition to a central East Coast location, Greater Philadelphia boasts accessible infrastructure to help make logistics and travel as smooth as possible.
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Real Estate
With millions of square feet of prime industrial and office space available, Greater Philadelphia’s commercial real estate market is ripe with opportunity and value.
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Incentives & Financing
Discover the incentive programs and financing options available for businesses to establish themselves and achieve their vision in our region.
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Entrepreneurs & Innovation
Greater Philadelphia’s vibrant innovation ecosystem enables entrepreneurs to make brilliant ideas come to life.
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Quality of Life
With a proud legacy of arts and culture, Greater Philadelphia is a dynamic, energetic place that millions of people call home.
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Property Search
Explore available properties in Greater Philadelphia using our powerful region-specific property search tool.
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James Medaglio, Director, Business Attraction & Expansion