Sherman-Denison Area of Economic Development
Sherman-Denison Region for Business
Located just 40 miles north of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Sherman-Denison offers wide open spaces with access to big city amenities.
The Sherman-Denison area has room for companies to grow and the resources available to support them. An abundant water supply, a new clean power generating plant and excellent transportation links make doing business here a smart choice for all industries. High quality rail service, industrial parks with infrastructure in place, a low city tax rate and award-winning schools are all reasons to conduct business in this region. In Sherman, two large business parks have plenty of space to start or expand your business: the 3,300-acre master planned Progress Park, and the 300-acre Midway Industrial Park.
Explore Sherman, Texas
This video from Sherman Economic Development Corporation highlights the lifestyle assets that make this area the best place to live and work.
Rankings
#1 Best Place to Live in Grayson County, TX (Denison)
Niche 2020
#30 Top 30 Best-Performing Small Cities (Sherman-Denison)
Milken Institute 2020Sherman-Denison Economic Strengths
Learn more about the economic strengths and business advantages that this metro area offers.
- Business Climate
- Talent
- Infrastructure
A Healthy Business Climate Built on Manufacturing
Sherman-Denison’s economy is built on a strong history of manufacturing, but continues to diversify with new company investments.
Major business clusters in Sherman-Denison include information technology and manufacturing. Major employers include Cigna, Ruiz Food Products and Tyson Foods.
A Growing Talent Pipeline
Sherman-Denison offers a strong talent pool from surrounding rural regions to support your business.
Grayson College is a two-year community college in Denison that offers an excellent academic curriculum designed to prepare students for the workforce. Austin College is a private liberal arts college in Sherman with an experiential learning environment and outstanding academics.
Statewide Roadway Connectivity
Sherman-Denison offers travel by road, air, or rail, making it an ideal location for logistics and distribution operations.
I-35 extends connectivity from North Texas throughout the rest of the state. North Texas Regional Airport offers convenient air travel, and Major Class I railroad operators provide reliable transportation via rail.
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