Kentucky's Low-Risk,High-ReturnGrowth Corridor
Six counties. One interstate. Direct access between Louisville and Cincinnati — with site-ready land, industrial infrastructure, and a 460,000-worker labor shed ready for your project.
Corridor at a Glance
The Numbers That Define Our Region
- 0Labor ShedRegional workforce
- 0Avg. Manufacturing WageCompetitive labor cost
- 0Non-UnionRight-to-work state
- 0Avg. CommuteReliable access to sites
- 0Direct AccessLouisville ↔ Cincinnati
- 0To UPS WorldportGlobal logistics hub
The I-71 Corridor
Six Counties.
One Unified
Corridor.
KIEDA represents the economic interests of six Kentucky counties positioned strategically between Louisville and Cincinnati—two of the Midwest's most dynamic metro economies.
Hover over a county below or tap a marker on the map to explore its profile.
Site Selectors
Access certified sites, GIS data, utility specs, and direct project support. We speak your language.
View Available SitesManufacturers & Distributors
Industrial-grade infrastructure, I-71 access, and a regional alliance ready to move your project forward.
Explore InfrastructureAdvanced & Emerging Industries
The I-71 Corridor is positioned to support the next generation of industry — from aerospace suppliers and advanced manufacturing to e-commerce logistics, robotics, and technology-driven production. With interstate access, available industrial sites, and proximity to Louisville and Cincinnati, the corridor offers the infrastructure and workforce needed for future-focused investment.
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Why the I-71 Corridor
Six Reasons the Corridor
Wins for Business
KIEDA aligns regional assets to give your project the infrastructure, talent, and support it needs to succeed.
Logistics Corridor
Direct I-71 access between Louisville and Cincinnati. 45 minutes to UPS Worldport and CVG Airport. Prime distribution and last-mile positioning.
Site-Ready Land
Certified industrial sites, brownfield-to-greenfield pipeline, and a searchable property database built for site selectors.
Infrastructure Capacity
Industrial-grade electric, water/sewer, fiber, and natural gas. Built with the capacity to serve all industries—from manufacturing and distribution to high-load operations.
Workforce Access
460,000+ regional labor shed. Access to Louisville and Cincinnati metro talent. Aligned training through regional institutions.
Grant & Incentive Ready
Active relationships with KEDFA, ARC, EDA, USDA-RD and state-level incentive programs. KIEDA navigates the funding landscape for you.
Quality of Life
Lakes, parks, agritourism, and rural lifestyle—with metro amenity access. A region where talent wants to live.
Regional Impact
Projects in Motion
Private Stakeholder Program
Invest in the Corridor.
Shape the Region's Future.
KIEDA's private stakeholder program connects businesses, developers, and investors to bi-monthly collaboration sessions, project pipeline access, and direct leadership engagement.
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