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Nestled in the Willamette Valley between the breathtaking scenery of the Cascade Mountain sand Oregon Coast Range, the City of Eugene prides itself on being one of the most livable cities in the United States. Eugene’s natural beauty, cultural attractions and other desirable attributes continue to attract people and businesses to the area.

Home to more than 150,000 people, Eugene is Oregon’s second largest city. It covers approximately 41.5 square miles. The Willamette River runs through the heart of the city and joined by the McKenzie River to the north of town.

Eugene’s economy is supported by a number of industries and by businesses of all sizes. At the heart of the Eugene economy are the homegrown small- and medium-sized businesses. Most of Eugene’s businesses employ fewer than 20 workers. Including sole proprietorships and limited partnerships, there are more than 10,000 businesses in and around Eugene. Manufacturing, retail trade and healthcare and social assistance make up nearly 40% of total employment in Lane County. Since it is home to the University of Oregon and a Federal courthouse, government employment helps add stability to Lane County’s economy.

Yet don’t take our word for it, check out what others are saying about the Business Climate in Eugene/Springfield:

• Eugene ranks 5th in Popular Science’ list of the top 50 green cities. Though Portland tops the list, Eugene scores the only perfect 10 in the electricity category. (Feb. 2008)
• Eugene ranked #21 in Forbes’ 11th annual ranking of the 200 “Best Places for Business and Careers”. The ranking was based on five-year job growth, five-year income growth, the cost of doing business, cost of living, crime rate, education attainment, presence of four-year colleges, cultural and recreational opportunities and net migration. (March 2009)
• Eugene made Fortune Small Business magazine’s 2008 list of 100 Best Places to Live and Launch a Small Business in the United States (April 2008).
• Eugene was ranked among the least expensive cities in the 2008 Kosmont-Rose Institute Cost of Doing Business Survey. The survey compares 402 cities nationwide based on an array of taxes and fees cities impose on business.

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