The Macon advantage is our location in Middle Georgia and our transportation infrastructure that makes shipping, distribution, and access easy.
Macon is Home to
Leading Industries
Aerospace
Macon offers workforce advantages for aerospace companies.
Food Processing
Macon’s central location benefits food processing companies.
Warehousing & Distribution
Macon makes warehousing and distribution simple.
Automotive
Macon is an ideal location for automotive suppliers.
Advanced Manufacturing
Macon has the infrastructure and workforce to lead.
Strategically Located
- Located just 1.25 hours south of Atlanta
- Two major interstate highways: I-75 (N-S), I-16 (E-W)
- Four deepwater ports within five hours
- Norfolk Southern Railroad’s largest switching yard in the Southeast
- Three nearby airports: Hartsfield International Airport (within 1.5 hours), Middle Georgia Regional Airport (10 mi from downtown Macon), and Macon Downtown Airport (5 mi from downtown Macon)
The Macon Advantage includes our people, place and services. We have a lot to offer.
- Convenient location
- Competitive business costs
- Skilled and capable workforce
- Industry training programs
- Commitment to economic development
- Culturally-diverse community
- Quality K-12 schools
- Seven local universities and colleges
- Vibrant arts and culture community
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Success Stories
Numerous businesses and industries are investing, growing, and thriving in Macon. Read stories from some of the companies below:
Demographics
MBCIA partners with industries from around the world to increase investment and the tax base of the Macon-Bibb County area, drive economic development, and create and retain jobs in our community. Since 2017, MBCIA worked to accomplish the following:
- 2,500 new jobs created
- 750 jobs retained
- $1.3 billion in new private investment
- 2 million sqft in new construction
