Built for Business, Ready for Growth

Why Lincoln County is ideal for your business.

In Lincoln County, NC, you’ll find the strategic advantages your business needs to grow—no matter your industry. From advanced manufacturing and logistics to professional services and hospitality, businesses here benefit from a pro-growth environment built around affordability, access, and opportunity. With low taxes, competitive utility rates, and a supportive business climate, Lincoln County helps you protect your bottom line while positioning you for long-term success.

Your operation will also benefit from our robust transportation network and proximity to over 1.6 million workers within a 50-mile radius—plus access to more than 158 million consumers within a single day’s drive. Supporting this ecosystem is the Industrial Managers Association (IMA) of Lincoln County, a long-standing network of local industry leaders that has fostered collaboration, workforce development, and public-private partnerships since 1994. Whether you’re moving product, sourcing talent, or scaling your footprint, Lincoln County gives you the reach, resources, and reliability to do it efficiently.

This is a place where businesses don’t just locate—they lead. Lincoln County is where your next chapter can thrive.

Advanced Manufacturing

Lincoln County, manufacturing a future that works.

You need a location that understands industry and evolves with it. In Lincoln County, NC, you’re tapping into a community with a proven manufacturing legacy—dating back to the 19th century with ironworks and the South’s first textile mill. But what sets Lincoln County apart today is its ability to adapt—meeting the demands of modern manufacturing with advanced infrastructure, skilled talent, and a business climate built for growth.

Advantages of doing manufacturing in Lincoln County:

Find out more about Industrial Managers Association (IMA)

Distribution Centers

Your distribution advantage starts in Lincoln County.

When speed and reach matter, Lincoln County, NC puts you in the driver’s seat. From this prime location, your operation is within a day’s drive of more than 158 million consumers—giving you the power to move products quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. With a strong transportation network and easy access to major highways, your business gains the logistical edge it needs to compete and grow.

Key Benefits:

Highways 321 and 16 connect to I-40, I-85, I-485, and I-77 for fast access across the country.
Quick travel times: Atlanta and Nashville in under a day, Detroit and New York in less than two.
Close to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Lincoln Regional Airport, plus rail service at CLT’s transload facility.

Top Lincoln County Employers

Private Employers	Industry	Employees
Lincoln County Schools	Education & Health Services	1000+
County of Lincoln	Public Administration	500-999
Atrium Health	Education & Health Services	500-999
Wal-Mart Associates	Trade, Transportation, & Utilities	500-999
American Woodmark - RSI Home Products	Cabinet Manufacturing	500-999
The Timken Company	Bearings & Power Transmissions Product	500-999
Lincoln Charter Schools Inc	Education & Health Services	250-499
Blum Inc	Hardware Manufacturing	250-499
Cataler North America	Automotive Catalysts Manufacturing	250-499
Lowes Home Centers	Trade, Transportation, & Utilities	250-499
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation	Saw Blade & Hand Tool Manufacturing	250-499
Leeboy	Asphalt Paving Equipment Manufacturing	250-499
Food Lion	Trade, Transportation, & Utilities	100-249
YMCA	Leisure & Hospitality	100-249
Husky Rack And Wire	Storage Rack Manufacturing	100-249
Cosette Pharmaceuticals	Pharaceutical Preparation Manufacturing	100-249
Ingles Markets Inc	Trade, Transportation, & Utilities	100-249
APTARGroup INC	Plastics Fabrication	100-249
City of Lincolnton	Public Administration	100-249
Cardinal Healthcare	Education & Health Services	100-249
Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation	Education & Health Services	100-249
Carillon Assisted Living of Lincolnton	Education & Health Services	50-99

Lincoln County Employers

Business Leaders Shaping Success

Testimonials

Hear From Our Partners

Mark Andrews, VP and GM

Cargo Integrated Logistics

Thriving in Lincoln County’s Proactive Business Environment

We are new to the area and I can say categorically, and without reservation, that this has been a great experience for us. The area has a “proactive” business climate and understands how businesses operate. I would call LEDA a “change facilitator” in this rapidly changing business environment and recommend Lincoln County as a positive climate in which to have a business operation.

Mark Andrews, VP and GM

Cargo Integrated Logistics

Bill Abington, EVP of Global Operations

Medline Industries

Proud to Grow in Lincoln County

Medline is thrilled to be a part of the Lincoln County community. From this location we can reach our healthcare customers from two major interstates, and we are close to the greater Charlotte region. North Carolina has been a hospitable state to locate and grow our business. Our dedicated employees have been key to our success. We could not be more pleased with partnership and support we have from the community.

Bill Abington, EVP of Global Operations

Medline Industries

Marty Hallman, Plant Manager

Timken

Growing Stronger with Lincolnton's Support

At Timken, we continually review our operations and global manufacturing footprint to provide the best possible value and service to our customers. The mix of products produced, and markets served by Lincolnton Bearing Plant positions it as a location for continued growth. Our ability to successfully recruit and hire local talent over the past 40 years has been key to our success. Lincolnton Bearing Plant is committed to make a positive impact…

Marty Hallman, Plant Manager

Timken

Pete Oakes, Division Manager

Hydac USA Cooling

Thriving in Lincoln County with Unwavering Support

May of 2013 saw Hydac open a modest 40K square foot building on 15 acres at the entrance of Airlie Business Park in Denver, NC. That has now grown to over 100K square foot in operations and the additional purchase of an adjoining 9 acres in 2019. The permitting, planning, grants, employment fairs and overall involvement from LEDA has been nonstop. LEDA and Lincoln County have continued to support HYDAC not only at the start but throughout our…