Clark County offers a nimble business environment in one of the most cost-competitive communities on the West Coast; providing competitive lease rates, abundant clear water, and some of the lowest utility rates in the U.S.
Washington, unlike many states, does not have a personal or corporate income tax. Washington does have a Business and Occupation (B&O) tax that is calculated on the gross income from activities. This means there are no deductions from the B&O tax for labor, materials, taxes, or other costs of doing business. Washington offers a range of business tax incentives and benefits to help your business flourish.
– WalletHub, 2025
Electrical Power: Clark Public Utilities is the primary electric power supplier in Clark County, offering some of the lowest power prices in the U.S. JD Power and Associates ranked Clark Public Utilities as #1 in customer satisfaction among mid-sized electrical utilities in the West, fifteen years running.
Water & Sewer: Water and sewer services are provided by cities within all incorporated areas and some unincorporated areas of Clark County. Cost estimates and comparison can be compiled on specific sites upon request.
Natural Gas: Natural gas service is provided by both NW Natural and Cascade. Natural gas in Clark County sees current rates at historic lows.
Communications: Clark County has a reliable and extensive fiber optic network and offers businesses numerous options for telephone and television service providers.
Lease Rates: Clark County offers one of the most cost competitive
lease rates on the West Coast.
| Industry | Rate p/kWh |
|---|---|
|
Commercial |
$7.47 |
|
Industrial |
$5.57 |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2021
| Industry | Rate p/kWh |
|---|---|
|
Commercial |
$10.08 |
|
Industrial |
$6.35 |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2023
| Industry | Price p/MCF |
|---|---|
|
Commercial |
$12.83 |
|
Industrial |
$11.41 |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2023
| Industry | Price p/sqft |
|---|---|
|
Industrial |
$11.41 |
|
Class A Office |
$28.72 |
Clark County serves as the premier Pacific Rim gateway to the U.S. and Canada.
It is exceptionally well-positioned to access major West Coast, Midwest & international markets through multimodal connections to I-5 and I-84, deep-water ports, rail, and the Portland International Airport (PDX).
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