Highways
Interstate 64 cuts through the northern portion of Perry County, offering shippers speedy access to the national transportation system. Highway 37, a “Super Two” highway, provides a quick link from various portions of the county to I-64.
Utilities
ELECTRICITY
Industrial rates for electricity in Perry County are among the lowest in the nation. Also, a special Economic Development Service Agreement can be constructed if the energy demand and load requirements are substantial. The Utility provider will work to devise a variety of demand-side management options for controlling energy costs.
- Tell City Electric Department
- Southern Indiana Power
- Cannelton Municipal Utilities
- Troy Municipal Utilities
TELEPHONE & FIBER
Perry County’s telecommunications network is unsurpassed with the latest in digital technology and fiber optics capabilities. The region’s state-of-the-art system connects with businesses around the world from a community where the quality of life is high and costs are low, providing a business with an efficient and productive operation.
WATER & SEWER
With special service enhancements in each industrial park, water and sewer services are available in the quantities, pressures and flow-rates that guarantee maximum manufacturing efficiency. Perry County’s water supply comes from massive underground aquifers that provide a virtually unlimited source. Finally, because the Ohio River borders Perry County, the supply of non-contact water, for all practical purposes, is inexhaustible.
- Tell City Municipal Water & Sewer Department
- Cannelton Municipal Utilities
- Troy Utilities
- And-Tro Inc. Water Authority
- Patoka Lake Regional Water
NATURAL GAS
Industrial rates for electricity and gas in Perry County are among the lowest in the nation. Should your electric demand and load be substantial, your business may qualify for a special Economic Development Service Agreement.
Workforce
Perry County and the surrounding area (50 mile radius) maintains a reputation for a strong, productive workforce. The unique educational and training programs made available to its citizens continue enhancing this reputation. The Perry County Development Corporation is proud to be working with the Perry County Learning Partnership and the Perry County College Success Coalition to help increase post-secondary education for the purposes of better educating the Perry County workforce.
Labor Force
399,700 |
Employed
382,000 |
Unemployed
17,700 |
Unemployment Rate
4.4% |
Top Employers
Waupaca Foundry
Notes
Gray and ductile iron foundry
9856 State Highway 66 Tell City IN