Be within 15 minutes of a deepwater port, an international airport, I-5, and railway access.
Enjoy year-round activities like hiking, cycling, boating, and more.
Centrally located between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC.
With more than 300 manufacturing companies, Whatcom County produces everything from sheet metal, to solar panels, to breakfast cookies. With affordable real estate and skilled labor, we’re the ideal place to grow or start your manufacturing business.
We’re not just an “eat local first” community—we’re a “drink local first” community, too. From breweries, to wineries, to farm-to-table restaurants—we offer a truly supportive culinary community and a truly ravenous group of local customers.
Home to the world’s largest Bible software company and a hotbed for tech startups, Whatcom County has the talent, coworking spaces, and supportive tech community you need to launch or grow your tech company.
Voted as one of National Geographic’s best adventure towns, Whatcom County is a hub for outdoor recreation innovation. From cycling, to mountaineering, to rock climbing—we are the premiere location for reaching outdoor enthusiasts.
Ranked as one of America’s healthiest places, Whatcom County’s top industry is health, employing more than 10,000 workers. We’re also home to a myriad of nationally- recognized health and wellness brands, like Barlean’s Organic Oils, Flora, and Omega Nutrition.
Whatcom County has more than 100,000 acres of fertile farmland and brings in $360 million in annual agricultural revenue. As America’s #1 raspberry producer and one of the most productive farming communities in the country, Whatcom County has a centuries-long tradition of agricultural success.
Perfectly situated between Seattle and Vancouver, BC, Whatcom County offers a gateway to the global market and has housed a thriving maritime economy for nearly a century. We offer a deepwater port, skilled labor, easy trucking and railway access, plenty of piers and storage, and much more.
Bellingham, WA – March 26, 2024 – The SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention is announcing the launch of a $2 million Capital Campaign to support the expansion of the Museum through the creation of Wonderlab, a fully interactive gallery for youth and families. With $400,000 already pledged as a matching donation, SPARK is excited to… [ Read More ]
The Northwest Workforce Council invites job seekers, workers, employers, and system partners to provide comments and feedback on its Regional Workforce Plan for 2024-2028. Your input is critical to shaping the Northwest workforce system, ensuring it works for everyone! Download the plan and comment form at their website: https://nwboard.org/about/strategic-initiatives/. Please submit your comments via email… [ Read More ]
Mark your calendars! The Marine Trades Career Exploration and Job Fair is returning to the Fishermen’s Pavilion on Thursday, May 9th from 10 am-1 pm. This event offers community members and students the opportunity to network with working waterfront employers and explore careers in the marine trades. The event is free and open to the… [ Read More ]
