Targeted Sectors

Macon County is unique. Our rich combination of location (5 exits of the I85 corridor between Atlanta and Montgomery), existing industry (approaching $1billion in new industry), trained workforce (332,240 in our laborshed and Tuskegee University and Auburn University in our backyard), proximity to automotive OEMs (6 within 150 miles), transportation that includes interstate, rail, and air access (I85, CSX class A rail, and Moton Air Field), and abundant natural resources and property (Alabama’s largest timber basket, CSX Platinum Site, multiple sites along I85, water resources, and more), combine to make Macon County truly the new diamond of the I85 corridor. Explore our six target sectors for more information.