Business in Springfield and Sangamon County
Aerial View of Downtown Springfield
Built on a rich history of producing world leaders and global brands, Springfield and Sangamon County, Illinois provide industry a strong foundation for future dynamic advancement. Sangamon County has a population of approximately 200,000 people and is home to the City of Springfield. As the county seat and state capitol of Illinois, Springfield has long been identified with state government and its two most famous politicians — the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln and the 44th President, Barack Obama.
Businesses in the Springfield region benefit from its central geographic location, convenient logistics assets, available land & buildings, educated & skilled workforce, high quality of life, short commute times and low cost of living.
Other economic assets benefiting a diverse group of industries include:
- access to five Class I commercial railroads and two Interstates - I-72 & I-55
- an abundant natural gas supply
- fertile farmland
- a strong pipeline of talent - computer science, healthcare, trades
- a significant medical community