Welcome to Cattaraugus County, the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York
We’re delighted you could join us. Cattaraugus County has much to offer both businesses and employees considering a relocation. From our rich agricultural history and abundant natural resources, to established industrial clusters of manufacturing and agriculture, we would love to talk to you further about building, manufacturing and working right here.
What Makes Us Great?
Build Here
Employers considering a move to Cattaraugus County will quickly find there’s a lot to offer. Our employers enjoy an environment that is both supportive and business-friendly. Businesses grow and thrive here with support from our programs, and those of our economic partners. Various incentives are available such as low-interest loans, grant programs and property tax abatement. We are ready to assist you through a comprehensive review of your project, labor needs and can access financial programs to make your move here successful.
Work Here
For prospective employees thinking about moving here, we can provide a relative low cost of living, affordable housing, a strong educational system, lots of open space with room to breathe and ample opportunities for recreation. Cattaraugus County is a wonderful place to relocate and build a career.
Learn Here
Workers here have a variety of options to learn and develop in-demand skills through the Cattaraugus-Allegany Board of Cooperative Educational Services (CABOCES), which offers career, technical and adult and continuing education. Those interested in pursuing higher education can look to such fine area institutions as Saint Bonaventure University and Jamestown Community College, a SUNY-affiliated college.
Play Here
Welcome to the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County! Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts will find an amazing array of activities to get active with. Allegany State Park, the largest State Park in all of New York, is here and offers 65,000 acres to enjoy.
Cattaraugus County At A Glance ...
$3.4 Billion Gross Domestic Product of All Industries - 2022
Source: https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/GDPALL36009
1,495 Employers
Source: https://data.census.gov/table/CBP2021.CB2100CBP?g=050XX00US36009
23.2 minutes Average Commuting Time
Source: https://data.census.gov/table/ACSST1Y2022.S0801?g=050XX00US36009
xSkilled Labor Force
The skilled labor force is one of the most productive in the nation, ranking high in added value per manufacturing man-hour. A wide range of available basic raw materials and a positive attitude toward business and industry at all government levels contributes to the strategy for growth offered by Cattaraugus County.
The City of Olean is Cattaraugus County's industrial and retail hub. The Olean-Allegany area's vast range of employers run the gamut from the CUTCO Cutlery International Headquarters to the St. Bonaventure University Campus.
Four Seasons of Outdoor Activities
The natural beauty and abundance of four season outdoor activities that the County enjoys, offers employees and families a fantastic quality of life. The Tourism Industry ranks second in Cattaraugus County. The attributes that attract visitors also attract industry, professionals and employees that fuel the local job market. Allegany State Park, New York State's largest, is located within our County boundaries and over 1.5 million visitors pay to enjoy the beauty that we have in our backyards. The "Aspen of the East", Ellicottville, New York, has two ski resorts that have evolved to offer more-than-winter trails but into year-round trail destinations that connect with miles of mountain biking and hiking trails.
Seneca Nation of Indians & City of Salamanca
The Seneca Nation of Indians Allegany Reservation includes 96% of the City of Salamanca. The (Historically Underutilized Business) HUB Zone incentive is available to manufacturers that locate on the reservation. The City of Salamanca offers low cost electricity to both businesses and residents. Salamanca is the home of the Seneca Allegany Casino Resort and new Seneca Iroquois National Museum and Cultural Center.
Enchanted Mountains of New York
New York State is wonderful to experience as both a visitor and a resident. The Enchanted Mountains of Western New York (Cattaraugus County) can be yours to enjoy, too.