Key Industries

Fostering Growth Across Industries

Missouri is home to a diverse range of industries that together, form a powerful business community unlike any other state in the US.

With low business costs, highly skilled talent and a strategic central location, Missouri is one of the best states for business investment and development.

Major Industries in Missouri include:

  • Food & Beverage
  • Manufacturing
  • Research & Development
  • Distribution

Explore the specific industries shaping Missouri’s economic landscape by visiting our industry pages below:

Corporate Services

Companies in Missouri benefit from low operating costs, turnkey communications infrastructure and efficient access to global data markets via convenient fiber.

Distribution

The Show-Me state is North America’s rail, river, road, air, and pipeline crossroads.

Manufacturing

Missouri is a center for manufacturing excellence, supported by a cost competitive, business-friendly environment.

R&D

Missouri is actively investing in high-tech industries including agtech, geospatial analysis, cybersecurity, human health and animal health.