Companies doing business in Cortland County are as diverse as their product lines. Many are located in downtown environments, some in industrial parks, and still others located in more rural areas supported by Central New York's excellent infrastructure.

The region's central location, low cost of living, strong labor force, excellent infrastructure, and abundance of natural and human resources makes Cortland County an attractive location. Businesses have discovered how easy and inexpensive it is to do business in Central New York because of its abundant, highly skilled labor force and one of the best transportation systems in the nation.