Newaygo County Economic Profile

The Newaygo County community takes pride in its breadth of local talent, and invests heavily in its students. The award-winning Career Tech Center offers 14 top-tier programs, supporting the area's talent pipeline and careers of tomorrow. Students also benefit from the Newaygo County Promise Zone, offering 2 years of free college education. Additionally, upon beginning Kindergarten, every student is provided with a children’s savings account through the Kickstart to Career program, to assist with career or college expenses.

Businesses benefit from Newaygo County's advantageous location, situated just 30 minutes from Metro Grand Rapids. Its three industrial parks are each located 20 miles or less from a U.S. Highway, and Newaygo County's busiest road boasts nearly 20,000 cars daily.

The Right Place's Research and Business Development team has compiled the information below to paint a picture of Newaygo County's economic profile. Data provided is updated annually with the most recent figures from its respective sources.