Arizona is ranked first in the nation in projected job growth and economic growth prospects, and Nogales is the #1 Port of Entry in the entire Southwestern United States. It’s no wonder Nogales is a great place to do business! “Great weather, great people, great business advantages…why would I do business anywhere else?” Nogales is Arizona’s International Gateway and the county seat and economic heartbeat of Santa Cruz County. Nogales is safe, friendly, accessible and open for business.
Targeted Industries
International Logistics | Maquiladora Manufacturing | Agribusiness & Fresh Produce | RetailDevelopment |
Spanish-English Call Centers | Customer Service Centers | Security, Aerospace, & Defense | Tourism & Hospitality |
Strategic Advantages:
No City Property Tax | University of Arizona | Maquiladora/Twin Plants | Cultural Events |
Toll-Free Border Crossing | CANAMEX Corridor | Low cost of living | Business-Friendly Government |
Bilingual Workforce | Affordable Mexican Services | Mariposa Port of Entry | Great Weather |
Excellent Quality of Life | Foreign Trade Zone | Interstate 19 | Maquiladora Association |
Deconcini Port of Entry | I-11 Designated Corridor | Morley Port of Entry | Low Crime Rate |
Low utility rates | Nogales Int’l Airport | Tucson Int’l Airport | Tax Incentives |
Close to Phoenix, Tucson, etc | Border Flex Manufacturing | Great Schools | Seamless Border Crossing |
Established Produce Industry | Small Town Charm | Supply Chain Expertise | Art, History & Culture |
Regional Population 400,000+ | Fortune 500 Companies | Industrial Parks | Retain Destination |
Location
The Ambos Nogales binational region is strategically located as Mexico’s gateway to Arizona and the entire Western United States. The strategic location allows companies to enjoy the advantages of accessing two labor forces, two tax systems, and two governments.
Labor
Companies can utilize wage structures in Ambos Nogales to make their operations cost competitive. The median age in Ambos Nogales is very young, meaning the populations is young and ready to work.
Logistics
The strategic location of Ambos Nogales along the US/Mexico border allows companies here to utilize the Mexican ports of Guaymas. Stopping in Nogales, containers, and products are shipped throughout North America.
Weather
With beautiful weather year round and limited threat of humidity, inventory and equipment will be kept operating with little energy costs needed.