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Orange County is located in South Central Indiana. We take pride in our Hoosier hospitality and warm inviting culture. The landscape is scenic with many things to offer both through services and recreation, you can find it here. Pair that with a low cost of living and easy access to major markets and you have it all.
Living & Working Here
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There is no other place in the world that offers everything Orange County and South Central Indiana Region does.
A dynamic, thriving community of businesses, anchored by major employers and Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, provides more economic stability and opportunity than less diverse ecosystems.
The beautiful rolling hills of the rural landscape provide exceptional recreational opportunities and quiet, safe, small-town living, yet big-city amenities are within an hour’s drive for most people in Orange County.
Come experience Orange County and the South Central Indiana way of living:
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A cost of living 27.8% below the national average, with a wide variety of affordable housing
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Access to quality healthcare, whether you need routine care or highly specialized treatment
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Recreational opportunities like Patoka Lake and Hoosier National Forest, access to gaming at the French Lick Resort Casino, and much more
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Safe, small towns
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Median home costs that are about two-thirds lower than the national average and hold their value better than the national average
Cost of Living
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Guiding you through the first steps toward an effective start-up or expansionOrange County boasts a number of unique partnerships and resources that can help you launch or expand your business. Your local Orange County contact will work with you to create a bundle of business planning resources customized specifically for you that might include: Workshops and seminars addressing every stage of business development Educational materials and tools to help you develop a business plan Counseling by experienced business advisors and successful businesspeople Ready access to information about setting up a business, licensing, and permitting Training and low-interest loans for eligible businesses Technology transfer and commercialization assistance We’ll provide the scope of services that’s just right for you, by coordinating resources from these and other business planning assistance providers: Indiana Economic Development Corporation Indiana Once of Community and Rural Affairs Indiana Small Business Development Center Technology Transfer Program Procurement Technical Assistance Program
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Helping you access the factor most associated with long-term business success: capitalAffordable financing is critical to both new and expanding businesses-especially in today’s economy. Orange County is uniquely qualified to create a funding strategy specifically suited to your business. We are up-to-date on the ever-changing state- and federal-level funding programs, and can also put you in touch with appropriate local, county, and regional funding sources, including: Revolving loans Tax-exempt bond Loan guaranties Credit enhancement Grants Surety bonds Special purpose loans Lender programs Special assistance for early-stage companies Orange County and area companies have access to a network of venture capital firms and angel investors to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies. This frequently updated list of angel investors and Indiana’s largest venture capital firms is an excellent place to find additional funding resources. Check out the incentives section for more detailed information about grants, loans, tax credits, and other special programs.
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A longstanding tradition of hands-on, effective workforce trainingOrange County has roots in manufacturing industries, early on with the mining of natural resources, growing into more value-added manufacturing services and diversifying into advanced manufacturing, high-technology, and defense contracting. This dynamic, proactive transition was made possible by nimble, effective workforce training to provide our hardworking labor force with the skills regional employers require. The Orange County team has established relationships with the technical and vocational schools, the colleges and universities, and educational resources serving the County. In particular, there is a Community Learning Center located in Orange County which provides customized business and industry training.
Schools
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Guiding you through the first steps toward an effective start-up or expansionOrange County boasts a number of unique partnerships and resources that can help you launch or expand your business. Your local Orange County contact will work with you to create a bundle of business planning resources customized specifically for you that might include: Workshops and seminars addressing every stage of business development Educational materials and tools to help you develop a business plan Counseling by experienced business advisors and successful businesspeople Ready access to information about setting up a business, licensing, and permitting Training and low-interest loans for eligible businesses Technology transfer and commercialization assistance We’ll provide the scope of services that’s just right for you, by coordinating resources from these and other business planning assistance providers: Indiana Economic Development Corporation Indiana Once of Community and Rural Affairs Indiana Small Business Development Center Technology Transfer Program Procurement Technical Assistance Program
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Helping you access the factor most associated with long-term business success: capitalAffordable financing is critical to both new and expanding businesses-especially in today’s economy. Orange County is uniquely qualified to create a funding strategy specifically suited to your business. We are up-to-date on the ever-changing state- and federal-level funding programs, and can also put you in touch with appropriate local, county, and regional funding sources, including: Revolving loans Tax-exempt bond Loan guaranties Credit enhancement Grants Surety bonds Special purpose loans Lender programs Special assistance for early-stage companies Orange County and area companies have access to a network of venture capital firms and angel investors to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies. This frequently updated list of angel investors and Indiana’s largest venture capital firms is an excellent place to find additional funding resources. Check out the incentives section for more detailed information about grants, loans, tax credits, and other special programs.
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A longstanding tradition of hands-on, effective workforce trainingOrange County has roots in manufacturing industries, early on with the mining of natural resources, growing into more value-added manufacturing services and diversifying into advanced manufacturing, high-technology, and defense contracting. This dynamic, proactive transition was made possible by nimble, effective workforce training to provide our hardworking labor force with the skills regional employers require. The Orange County team has established relationships with the technical and vocational schools, the colleges and universities, and educational resources serving the County. In particular, there is a Community Learning Center located in Orange County which provides customized business and industry training.
Healthcare
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Guiding you through the first steps toward an effective start-up or expansionOrange County boasts a number of unique partnerships and resources that can help you launch or expand your business. Your local Orange County contact will work with you to create a bundle of business planning resources customized specifically for you that might include: Workshops and seminars addressing every stage of business development Educational materials and tools to help you develop a business plan Counseling by experienced business advisors and successful businesspeople Ready access to information about setting up a business, licensing, and permitting Training and low-interest loans for eligible businesses Technology transfer and commercialization assistance We’ll provide the scope of services that’s just right for you, by coordinating resources from these and other business planning assistance providers: Indiana Economic Development Corporation Indiana Once of Community and Rural Affairs Indiana Small Business Development Center Technology Transfer Program Procurement Technical Assistance Program
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Helping you access the factor most associated with long-term business success: capitalAffordable financing is critical to both new and expanding businesses-especially in today’s economy. Orange County is uniquely qualified to create a funding strategy specifically suited to your business. We are up-to-date on the ever-changing state- and federal-level funding programs, and can also put you in touch with appropriate local, county, and regional funding sources, including: Revolving loans Tax-exempt bond Loan guaranties Credit enhancement Grants Surety bonds Special purpose loans Lender programs Special assistance for early-stage companies Orange County and area companies have access to a network of venture capital firms and angel investors to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies. This frequently updated list of angel investors and Indiana’s largest venture capital firms is an excellent place to find additional funding resources. Check out the incentives section for more detailed information about grants, loans, tax credits, and other special programs.
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A longstanding tradition of hands-on, effective workforce trainingOrange County has roots in manufacturing industries, early on with the mining of natural resources, growing into more value-added manufacturing services and diversifying into advanced manufacturing, high-technology, and defense contracting. This dynamic, proactive transition was made possible by nimble, effective workforce training to provide our hardworking labor force with the skills regional employers require. The Orange County team has established relationships with the technical and vocational schools, the colleges and universities, and educational resources serving the County. In particular, there is a Community Learning Center located in Orange County which provides customized business and industry training.
Orange county is a safe place to live
You have good cause to feel safe at home when you live in Orange County as part of the South Central Indiana Region. Towns and cities throughout the region offer some of the lowest crime rates in the country.
Orange County offers something for everyone
Whether you prefer to spend your leisure time exploring the great outdoors, visiting small hometowns, delving into local history or enjoying a little nightlife, you’ll find it all in Orange County.
Orange County is home to some of the country’s most beautiful natural scenery, including the Hoosier National Forest and Patoka Lake, an 8,800 acre water playground. Bring your family to enjoy the largest covered water park in Indiana and winter snow skiing. Enjoy visiting Amish settlements and the Lost River, which is part of a karst system of caves. Orange County is home to restored historic hotels dating back to the 1880s providing a casino, luxury spas, and two 18 hole PGA rated golf courses, Pete Dye, a new modern golf course and Donald Ross, an old restored historic course.
For additional information on county-specific resources please visit:
Orange County Chamber of Commerce resources please visit:
Orleans Chamber of Commerce
Paoli Chamber of Commerce
Affordable housing that holds its value well is available throughout the County
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Guiding you through the first steps toward an effective start-up or expansionOrange County boasts a number of unique partnerships and resources that can help you launch or expand your business. Your local Orange County contact will work with you to create a bundle of business planning resources customized specifically for you that might include: Workshops and seminars addressing every stage of business development Educational materials and tools to help you develop a business plan Counseling by experienced business advisors and successful businesspeople Ready access to information about setting up a business, licensing, and permitting Training and low-interest loans for eligible businesses Technology transfer and commercialization assistance We’ll provide the scope of services that’s just right for you, by coordinating resources from these and other business planning assistance providers: Indiana Economic Development Corporation Indiana Once of Community and Rural Affairs Indiana Small Business Development Center Technology Transfer Program Procurement Technical Assistance Program
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Helping you access the factor most associated with long-term business success: capitalAffordable financing is critical to both new and expanding businesses-especially in today’s economy. Orange County is uniquely qualified to create a funding strategy specifically suited to your business. We are up-to-date on the ever-changing state- and federal-level funding programs, and can also put you in touch with appropriate local, county, and regional funding sources, including: Revolving loans Tax-exempt bond Loan guaranties Credit enhancement Grants Surety bonds Special purpose loans Lender programs Special assistance for early-stage companies Orange County and area companies have access to a network of venture capital firms and angel investors to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies. This frequently updated list of angel investors and Indiana’s largest venture capital firms is an excellent place to find additional funding resources. Check out the incentives section for more detailed information about grants, loans, tax credits, and other special programs.
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A longstanding tradition of hands-on, effective workforce trainingOrange County has roots in manufacturing industries, early on with the mining of natural resources, growing into more value-added manufacturing services and diversifying into advanced manufacturing, high-technology, and defense contracting. This dynamic, proactive transition was made possible by nimble, effective workforce training to provide our hardworking labor force with the skills regional employers require. The Orange County team has established relationships with the technical and vocational schools, the colleges and universities, and educational resources serving the County. In particular, there is a Community Learning Center located in Orange County which provides customized business and industry training.
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