Economic Development

Why Choose Hookerton

Top Reasons to Choose Hookerton

Our location in along the eastern seaboard puts you within a two day truck drive of more than 200 million US and Canadian consumers, and more than 70% of the US industrial base.

Closer to home, we're in the middle of some of Eastern North Carolina's most dynamic communities offering easy access to great health care and a large and diverse set of industries.

Our tier one status means eligible businesses can receive tax credits worth $12,500 per new job. To learn more, visit the NC Department of Commerce.

There is an abundance of inexpensive land available. Perfect to build your new facility.

Workforce training programs through the local community college can prepare your employees to be productive on their very first day.

Our lack of road congestion mean you can get where you need to go without delay.