Industries and Clusters
Skagit County has a diverse and rapidly growing economy, led by advanced manufacturing, agriculture, and maritime industries. Clean technology is emerging as a promising new sector for Skagit County businesses, while sustainable natural resource businesses remain an important part of the county's economy. Recreation, tourism, and retail are important economic engines, particularly for the county's smaller communities.
Learn more about leading Skagit County industry sectors though clicking on the below buttons:
Advanced Manufacturing Agriculture Maritime Natural Resources
Clean Technology Recreation Tourism & Arts Defense
The below data mapping tool will help you research and locate data on Skagit County's industry sectors and industry clusters, and to look up businesses by sector and NAICS codes.
Leading Employers*
| Company Name | # Employees |
|---|---|
| Skagit Regional Health | 1,802 |
| Island Hospital | 785 |
| Janicki Industries | 706 |
| Skagit County Government | 649 |
| Sedro-Woolley School District | 480 |
| Skagit Valley Casino & Resort | 500 |
| Mount Vernon School District | 480 |
| Shell Puget Sound Refinery | 470 |
| Swinomish Casino & Lodge | 409 |
| PeaceHealth United General Medical Center | 400 |
| Tesoro Refinery | 394 |
| Burlington Edison School District | 390 |
| PACCAR Technical Center | 340 |
| Dakota Creek Industries | 321 |
| Hexcel Corporation | 290 |
| Skagit Bank | 199 |
| WalMart | 190 |
| Truss Company | 166 |
| Costco | 160 |
| Skagit Gardens | 142 |
*From study by Western Washington University Center for Business and Economic Research, June 2017
