Why South Windsor

Quality of Life 
Standard of living is not the same as quality of life. The MetroHartford Region, however, enjoys both a very comfortable standard of living and a vibrant quality of life. You and your employees can take advantage of a wide array of entertainment and cultural activities: spectator sports, theatres, museums, galleries, parks, water sports, skiing, golf and more. Quaint New England villages dot the landscape and offer scenic charm throughout the seasons. 

Highly Educated Population 
MetroHartford is known for its highly educated and skilled population. With productivity 6% above the national average, continued productivity gains will help keep your business competitive. Our strong educational rankings: 1st in the nation in writing, reading and math; 2nd highest in the nation for high school graduation attainment and 3rd highest in the nation for college attainment. We are proud of our community technical college system and of our strong network of prestigious four-year colleges and universities. We are proud of our community technical college system and of our strong network of prestigious four-year colleges and universities. The % of adults with a bachelors degree or higher in South Windsor was 43%. In the state of CT it was 35%.

Business Environment 
The MetroHartford Region boasts a strategic location poised for growth. We have an exceptional telecommunications, fiber and power infrastructure, the 2nd largest airport in New England, and a highly educated and productive workforce. Recognizing the need for a prepared, available workforce, the region has been instrumental in developing demand driven training modules to support and help our businesses grow.
 
Public officials throughout the MetroHartford region have participated in the region's nationally recognized "Economic Development for Public Officials" education program to increase their knowledge of the business development process. They understand the importance of working with you on your business needs and are ready to facilitate your relocation or expansion efforts. 

Low-Cost Office Environment 
The cost of operating in MetroHartford competes favorably with other major metropolitan areas. Based on your company's preference, office space to satisfy a diversity of needs can easily be found throughout the region. Office lease rates and operating expenses are below the average rates found in cities such as Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore, Boston and New York.