Why Choose Haywood County?
Prime Location. Powerful Logistics. Proven Growth.
Located along I-40 between Memphis and Nashville, Haywood County offers easy access to major interstates and logistics networks, rail lines, and distribution corridors, making it one of the most strategic advanced manufacturing locations in Tennessee.
Our region is ideal for
Automotive and Tier 1 suppliers
Food processing and agriculture industries
Medical and clean energy manufacturing
Within a 45-minute drive time of Haywood County, you’ll find…
Population of 539,178
Over 14,000 Degrees & Certificates Awarded Annually
Average Annual Salary of $52,785
Brownsville
Stanton
Ford’s Blue Oval City
In 2021, Ford and SK Innovation announced that our region would be home to its highly anticipated Blue Oval City. This massive manufacturing complex will be Ford’s most sophisticated and eco-friendly facility in the world and is slated to begin operations in late 2027 with full production beginning in 2028.
This expansive manufacturing hub represents Ford’s pinnacle achievement in sophistication and eco-conscious design, poised to rank as the company’s most advanced facility globally. It marks a significant milestone in Ford’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship.
Tennessee Ranks
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