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Economic Development
Growing Mount Vernon's economy through business attraction, retention, and expansion.
~2,500
City Population
~17,000
County Population
I-75
Interstate Access
$0
Inventory Tax
Why Mount Vernon?
Strategic Location
Located at the I-75 and US-25 interchange, Mount Vernon offers direct highway access between Lexington and Knoxville.
Available Workforce
Rockcastle County and surrounding areas provide a dedicated labor pool with strong manufacturing and service sector experience.
Competitive Costs
Lower land, utility, and operating costs than metro areas, with Kentucky tax incentives for qualifying projects.
Available Sites
Commercial and industrial properties along the Richmond Road corridor and downtown Main Street.
Ready to Grow Here?
Contact the Economic Development office to discuss site selection, incentives, and business opportunities in Mount Vernon.
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