About Skagit County, Washington…

Skagit County, Washington, offers a cost-competitive, business-friendly location within the Pacific Northwest’s major advanced manufacturing and information technology industry centers, along with a skilled workforce, strong education system, and enviable quality of life stretching from Puget Sound to the North Cascades.

The team at the Economic Development Alliance of Skagit County (EDASC) provides customized support and access to resources to build a strong and resilient Skagit County.

Location Advantages

The Skagit Advantage

Strategically Located

halfway between Seattle and Vancouver, Canada, with a total regional population of 8.1 million

Lower-Cost Alternative

to living and working in the Seattle or Vancouver metro areas

Relaxed Lifestyle

in a region with abundant recreational opportunities

News

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Businesses can apply for disaster relief funds related to December flooding February 19, 2026

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Employers look to Leadership Skagit for team development February 18, 2026

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Recruit talent from all levels during the NW Regional Job Fair February 18, 2026

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Spotlight on employee ownership February 18, 2026

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EDASC features noted economist at Economic Forecast Night January 26, 2026

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New members elected to EDASC Board of Directors January 23, 2026

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EDASC board member Amelia Cook honored for Innovation and Leadership in Manufacturing January 20, 2026

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Area Hospitals Continue Mission of Putting CARE Back into Healthcare October 27, 2025

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Investors can now access online portal October 6, 2025

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EDASC hires new Equitable Economic Development Manager September 23, 2025

Developing Leaders Today to Shape Our Tomorrow

Leadership Skagit, a program of EDASC in collaboration with Skagit Valley College, is an intensive leadership development program designed to inspire people to become leaders and prepare them for community leadership roles. The program has graduated more than 600 alumni, including elected officials, business owners at all levels, executives and more. Learn More!