benton county, missouri
Economic Development through Community Partnerships
Benton County is open for business
Our Mission
To sustain and grow our economy and improve the quality of life for our citizens by providing resources for business creation, expansion, retention, and community development.
Located in the midwestern portion of Missouri and accessible by 4-lane Highway 65, Benton County is an ideal place to grow a business. With strong roots in agriculture, travel and trade, the The ACT Work Ready Communities enjoy a low cost of living and high quality of life.
Cities and Communities
- City of Cole Camp
- City of Lincoln
- City of Warsaw
- Fristoe
- Edwards
- Ionia
- Racket
Benton County is easily accessed from these highways:
- The 4 lanes of U.S Highway 65 from Warsaw to I-70 connect Benton County to business opportunities in Sedalia, Columbia, Kansas City, and St. Louis.
- Lincoln sits directly on the 4 lanes of Highway 65, and is connected to Clinton by Highway C, and is a 24 mile drive to Sedalia.
- Cole Camp is located on Highway 52, connecting it to Lake of the Ozarks,
- From the South, Benton County is connected by Highways 82 and 83, which diverge from Highway 13.
Quick links
Workforce Study
Enhanced Enterprise Zone
Enhanced Enterprise Zone
Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Association recently contracted for a region-wide workforce study for Benton County.
Enhanced Enterprise Zone
Enhanced Enterprise Zone
Enhanced Enterprise Zone
Benton County has a designated Enhanced Enterprise Zone. New and established businesses may qualify for property tax abatements.
Available Properties
Enhanced Enterprise Zone
Available Properties
Utilize the LOIS system for commercial and development properties available in Benton County.