College of the Sequoias (COS) Visalia, CA (Main Campus) Tulare County
Why Choose Tulare County?
Provides a gateway to the expansive California market. It holds a notable position, ranking third in importance due to its ability to connect with a vast consumer base of 90 million people through efficient shipping. This advantageous accessibility positions Tulare County as a catalyst for business growth and an ideal environment for aspiring entrepreneurs
a vibrant location that offers a variety of opportunities for residents and visitors. Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Tulare County boasts numerous attractions, a strong economy, and a range of amenities that contribute to its appeal as a place to live, work, learn, and play.
Tulare County by the numbers:
Home to some of the most affordable housing in California, with a median home price of $380,000
Tulare County is home to community colleges as well as 4-year universities with satellite campuses.
Tulare County ranks among the top 3 agricultural producing counties nationwide
Centrally located within the state, offering convenient access to major transportation routes and infrastructure
The world’s largest annual agricultural exposition happens right here in Tulare County. With over 1,500 exhibitors and more than 100,000 attendees annually.
Median household income in Tulare County is $64,500. Tulare County’s cost of living is less than the national average
Source: Economy Overview via WIB 2024
Source: Housing Market via Redfin 2024
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ECONOMIC INDICATORS
As the regional economic development leader, the EDC focuses on attracting, supporting, and retaining businesses and industries in the area. Here are some key metrics reflecting growth of Tulare County.
191,981
214,248
COMMUNITY PROFILES
Population: 24,888
Largest Industry: Agriculture
Growth Since 2010: 3.07%
Median Household Income: $7
Median Age: 30
Population: 7,712
Largest Industry: Agriculture Growth Since 2010: 0.66%
Median Household Income: $4
Median Age: 28
Population: 146,073
Largest Industry: Agriculture Growth Since 2010: 3 03%
Median Household Income: $7
Median Age: 33
Population: 12,581
Largest Industry: Agriculture Growth Since 2010: 0 07%
Median Household Income: $4
Median Age: 28
Population: 63,196
Largest Industry: Agriculture Growth Since 2010: 0.28%
,092 ry: Agriculture 2010: 0 65% hold Income: $61,033 1
Median Household Income: $65,303
Median Age: 30
Population: 10,393
Largest Industry: Agriculture Growth Since 2010: -0.34%
Median Household Income: $52,714
Median Age: 29
Farmersville
Visalia
Dinuba
Woodlake
Porterville
Lindsay
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If you need to expand or build in California, Tulare County is the place for you. Easy and fast permitting process Each community stands ready to assist decision-makers who seek to establish or expand businesses in our area A growing number of manufacturers looking to access California and West Coast markets, have identified Tulare County as a strategic location, because of its available workforce and ability to ship products to customers overnight.
Source: Resimplifi & LoopNet
Source: Resimplifi & LoopNet
GETTING AROUND
If you need to expand or build in California, Tulare County is the place for you. Easy and fast permitting process. Each community stands ready to assist decision-makers who seek to establish or expand businesses in our area. A growing number of manufacturers looking to access California and West Coast markets, have identified Tulare County as a strategic location, because of its available workforce and ability to ship products to customers overnight.
4 Major Ports within 250 Miles
Port of Long Beach, CA
Port of Oakland, CA
Port of San Francisco, CA
Port of Los Angeles, CA
4 Major Airlines within 250 Miles
Tulare County is 44 miles away from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) with direct flights to 11 national destinations and Mexico. The 5th busiest airport in the nation, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 3.5 hours from Tulare County, and boasts International flights to business destinations like Singapore, London, Tokyo, and Madrid San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a 4 hour drive from Tulare County with direct and international flights around the globe.
1,945+ Daily Flights
458+ Destinations
Truck Delivery Times from Tulare County
Sacramento, CA - 1 day
San Diego, CA - 1 day
Las Vegas, NV - 2 days
Portland, OR - 2 days Denver, CO - 3 days
Source: UPS Delivery TimeZones
1,890+ International Destinations
Source:LAX.com, SFO.com, FAT.com
WORKFORCE & TALENT
California has 2 3 million students enrolled in its higher education system, with a vast network including California State University (CSU), University of California (UC), California Community Colleges (CCC), and more than 150 private college campuses.
Tulare County is home to three community colleges with satellite campuses and two universities from the CSU system, within 1 hour from the county seat. Three private universities with satellite or online programs. 12 CSU campuses and 3 UC campuses within 210 miles.
Our workforce development partners work in tandem with companies and local community colleges to design and produce specialized trainings specific to any companies standards. They also provide no-cost hiring assistance and help maximize access to federal and state tax credits, as well as local and state training funds
ASSISTS EMPLOYERS IN STRENGTHENING COMPETITIVE EDGE BY PROVIDING
SKILLS TRAINING COSTS OF JOB FUNDS TO OFFSET
EMPLOYERS ARE PROVIDED PERSONNEL MATCHED TO MEET THEIR SPECIFIC NEEDS
Source: PPIC.org| California’s Higher Education system
The top agriculture-producing county in the United States, Tulare County, produced $7.9 billion dollars in 2023.
Contributing to 44% of the state of California’s total agriculture production.
Tulare County & California leads the nation in Ag-Tech. Hosting a critical ecosystem supporting cutting-edge developments, including the world’s top 10 Agricultural Science universities and 11 Tier-1 research universities making discoveries from seed breeding to biofuel alternatives.
Temporal and spatial crop information is critical for more effective water and nutrient management for farmers. Challenges posed by drought, heat waves, and climate change has helped evolve crop growth. Precision agriculture manages crops based on new technological developments. Providing the opportunity to reduce environmental effects of farming and increase profitability. Tulare County is at the forefront of the use of this technology.
California is leading the nation in Ag Tech. One the of the many reasons we are A‘DIFFERENT’ California
Top Commodity: Milk $2.04bn
Values of vegetable crops grown increased by over 45% in 2023
Source: Tulare County Agricultural Commission,2023
TAXES & INCENTIVES
Job Creation & Investment Support Programs:
California Competes: This program offers a corporate income tax credit or a grant for companies looking to locate, invest, and create jobs in California.
Research and Development Tax Credit (R & D): This program reduces state income tax due to the Franchise Tax Board for qualified research expenses while conducting qualified research activity in California.
Sales & Use Tax Exemptions (for equipment purchases)
Partial Sales & Use Tax Exemption: This program provides a sales tax exemption for basic manufacturing equipment.
Full Sales & Use Tax Exclusion (CAEATFA): This program provides a full sales and use tax exclusion for advanced manufacturers and manufacturers of alternative source, advanced transportation products, recycled feedstock, components or systems.
Source:CaliforniaCommunity&Plant-BasedSolutions Federal Opportunity Zone:
TulareCountyoneof57countiesinanOpportunityZone;corporationsmay beeligibleforpreferentialfederaltaxtreatmentorpreferential considerationforfederalprogramsandgrants
Source:GrowTulareCounty,October2023 Fast Track Projects in Tulare County
BusinesseslookingtobuildorexpandquicklyinCaliforniashouldconsider TulareCounty,CA Oureasypermittingprocessassistsbusinessowners expandorbuildwithin90-daysofapplying
City of Tulare Small Business Incentive Program
Minimumcapitalinvestmentof$1,000,000;createaminimumof10fulltimejobspayingatorabovetheVisalia-PortervilleMetropolitanStatistical Areaaveragewageplusbenefits Themaximumincentiveofthisprogramis $150,000
Source:CityofTulare-EconomicDevelopment&RedevelopmentDepartment,October2023
City of Tulare Large Project Incentive Program
Minimumcapitalinvestmentof$10,000,000;createaminimumof50fulltimejobspayingatorabovetheVisalia-PortervilleMetropolitanStatistical Areaaveragewageplusbenefits Thereisnomaximumincentiveamount throughthisprogram
Source:CityofTulare-EconomicDevelopment&RedevelopmentDepartment,October2023
TOURISM
Family Fun
Families can enjoy a plethora of entertainment and adventure at various parks and venues for all ages No need to leave the kids at home - bring the whole family to Tulare County for a trip you’ll never forget
Multicultural Thread
Visit the Tulare County Museum for local history and view one of California’s largest Native American basket collections The History of Farm Labor & Agriculture Museum focuses each cultural group’s contributions to this powerhouse
Tulare County is the perfect destination for a get-away that makes you feel like you are in another world Take a trek through the giant sequoia trees, float on a lake, take a hike, and simply breathe the fresh mountain air
Out in the Wild Agricultural Powerhouse
5,000 square miles that make up Tulare County is what makes us the nation’s number one milk processing county It’s possible the milk, ice cream, and butter in your kitchen all hail from Tulare County
