Light Manufacturing
The county's strategic location along major transportation corridors, including Interstates 15 and 90, offers manufacturers efficient access to regional and national markets.
This is where opportunity, community, and Montana’s natural beauty come together.
At the crossroads of Interstates 15 and 90, Jefferson County offers direct access to Helena, Butte, Bozeman, and Montana’s fastest-growing regions. More than 550,000 acres of public land make rivers, mountains, trails, and hot springs part of daily life, not just a getaway. Here, small-town values create a community that’s welcoming, resilient, and ready to grow. With competitive industrial sites, lower costs, and a skilled workforce, Jefferson County is where business and lifestyle thrive together.
5,817
Jefferson County, MT Workforce
38,553
Southwest Montana labor force
2.8%
Unemployment Rate - 1.4% lower than the national average
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Jefferson County delivers the essentials businesses need to grow: strategic interstate access, affordable industrial sites, and a supportive environment. Add in low costs, available land, and a skilled workforce, and Jefferson County stands out as one of Montana’s most business-ready counties.
Strategic Advantages:

Interstates 15 and 90 meet in Jefferson County, offering direct access to Helena, Butte, Bozeman, and major cities across six states—including Boise, Salt Lake City, Sheridan, Spokane, and Williston—as well as key destinations in Canada. This prime location makes it a natural hub for business, shipping, and travelers who pass through daily.
Sunlight Business Park
The Sunlight Business Park is a planned 200 acre light industrial and high-tech business park five miles east of Whitehall along Interstate 90. With 13 parcels in Phase 1 ranging from one to eight acres, the park offers commercial and industrial space to suit a range of business uses from large industrial applications to independently owned businesses.
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