Affordable

Spokane is the most affordable among U.S. aerospace clusters

The Spokane region features the lowest wages among North American aerostructures clusters and offers the lowest wages in aerospace producing areas of Washington State. Housing and transportation are cheaper in the Spokane area than in the other aerospace centers in Washington and Spokane’s utility costs are well below the national average.

WASHINGTON IS AEROSPACE FRIENDLY

According to the most recent Aerospace Competitive Economic Study (ACES) performed by the Teal Group, Washington State is the most competitive state in which to perform aerospace manufacturing. The below graph illustrates its competitive advantage in virtually all categories assessed.

A leading study found Washington State the most competitive state

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) – Annual Census of Employment and Wages 2019

LOCAL AND STATE INCENTIVES AVAILABLE

Several incentive opportunities are offered to businesses that come to Spokane:

• Low utility rates
• Reduced general facilities charges and business license fees
• Tax credits / exemptions / deferrals
• Opportunity, foreign-trade and community empowerment zones

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For more details, see the links below:

• City of Spokane
• Spokane County
• S3R3 Solutions Public Development Authority
• Washington State aerospace industry incentives
• Washington State Department of Commerce: Economic development, strategic reserve account and workforce training initiatives

SPOKANE OFFERS
A GREAT QUALITY OF LIFE:

Spokane offers an affordable cost of living and a quality of life that features a variety of outdoor recreation options, cultural and arts entertainment and an emerging food and craft beverage scene. 

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