Oklahoma’s Manufacturing Industry
Where the world’s giants build bigger.
Oklahoma has always been a place that builds.
From early oilfield equipment and Route 66-era factories to modern megaplants, that legacy continues with more than 4,200 manufacturers producing everything from jet engines and school buses to grocery store staples and solar panels. All made and shipped swiftly, efficiently, and affordably from the belt buckle of America.
Sofidel Continues to Invest in Oklahoma
Sofidel, one of the world’s leading paper manufacturers producing tissue for hygienic and household use, has finalized the details of its latest expansion plan at the company’s integrated facility in Inola, Okla. The total investment amounts to $775 million.
Infrastructure & Assets
Oklahoma’s multimodal manufacturing ecosystem connects the industrial sites, reliable power, and skilled talent that companies need to move from plan to production, faster.
Quickfacts
Lowest Cost of Doing Business in America
#1
Lowest Corporate Tax Rate in U.S.
4th
Manufacturing Firms
4,200+
Lower Electricity Rates
20-30%
Right to Work State
MidAmerica Industrial Park
The third largest industrial park in the United States and the eighth largest in the world. Located in Pryor, MidAmerica Industrial Park spans 1,500 acres and supports large-scale operations for giants like Google, Siemens, and CBC Global Ammunition. With rail access, an onsite airport, and room to expand, it’s all you need in one place.
Tulsa Ports
Inland doesn’t mean landlocked. Tulsa Ports connects Oklahoma manufacturers to the Mississippi River, the Gulf of America, and global markets through the McClellan–Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System. The system includes the Port of Catoosa — one of the largest inland, ice-free ports in the United States.
Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance
The Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance is a network of trusted experts working with manufacturers to help them grow and evolve. OMA offers a comprehensive suite of services – cutting-edge research and development to specialized training programs – to meet the diverse needs of manufacturers.
Oklahoma CareerTech
Doing business in Oklahoma gives manufacturers direct access to one of the most respected technical education systems in the United States. With 29 technology centers statewide, Oklahoma CareerTech trains over 500,000 workers each year, and delivers custom training for companies through its Training for Industry Program.
“Our decision to establish roots in Oklahoma has proven to be a strategic win that only gets stronger with time. From our core operations in Oklahoma City to our newest expansion into Bristow, we continue to find the ideal environment for growth and success. The state’s unique combination of a highly skilled workforce, incentives, resources and specialized infrastructure—like Infinity One Oklahoma Spaceport—makes it the clear choice for any leader in the defense and aerospace sectors.”
Incentives & Tax Credits
From startup to expansion, Oklahoma’s manufacturing incentives are built to support growth, reducing upfront costs while rewarding companies that invest, produce, and hire in Oklahoma.
Quality Jobs Incentive Program
A signature Oklahoma program that rewards job creation with real cash back. Eligible manufacturers can receive cash payments of up to 5% of new payrolls for up to 10 years, supporting sustained growth while scaling high-quality jobs.
Investment/New Jobs Tax Credit
This flexible program rewards aerospace manufacturers and maintenance operations for either depreciable capital investment or job creation — whichever provides the greater benefit — with enhanced benefits available in Enterprise Zones or for large-scale investments.
5 Year Ad Valorem
A qualifying company can be exempt for 5 years from ad valorem taxes upon completion of new or expanded facilities.
Business Expansion Incentive Program
This incentive assists Oklahoma companies making major capital investments in depreciable items like machinery, equipment and buildings through quarterly cash payment awards.
Training for Industry Program
A program of Oklahoma’s CareerTech System, the Training for Industry Program (TIP) provides low- to no-cost training for virtually most industry sectors. Whether the company is new to Oklahoma or an expansion, TIP offers services, including: training needs assessment and customized training program; training provided on-site or alternate locations; training delivered through local CareerTech centers throughout Oklahoma; reimbursement of training costs and more.
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