Vernon County, Missouri’s strategic location provides close access to major Midwest markets—Kansas City, St. Louis, Wichita, Springfield. The region also enjoys a low-cost operating environment. BUILD VC and the local municipalities understand the challenges and opportunities that business leaders face. We collaborate to provide competitive business development packages.

Pro-Business Environment

Employers across all industries will find a strong business climate in Missouri in addition to competitive wages, utility costs, and taxes in Vernon County. The state has a AAA rating and one of the best track records in the U.S. for fiscal responsibility.

Missouri ranks in the top 10 out of all 50 states on:

• Corporate Income Tax Rank (#3)
• Unemployment insurance tax rank (#7)
• Property tax rank (#8)