Birmingham has more opportunity.

Strong economies are regional economies.

The Greater Birmingham Region stands as the largest in the state of Alabama, home to 1.1 million residents, a population more than double that of the next largest metro. On top of that, our region generates more than 30% of Alabama’s annual GDP – that means one out of every three dollars comes from our community. The region’s position as Alabama’s economic engine remains indisputable.

No. 2

State Workforce Development Agency in the Nation

– AIDT

30%

of the State’s Total GDP is from the Greater Birmingham Region

No. 2

State Workforce Development Agency in the Nation

– AIDT

No. 1

Business Climate in the Nation

— Business Facilities

Our Key Industries

Advanced Manufacturing

With over 1,300 advanced materials and manufacturing companies, the Greater Birmingham Region’s robust supply chain makes it a center of excellence across industries.

Bioscience

A center of medical and scientific excellence, the Greater Birmingham Region has the critical assets, experience and infrastructure to support medical device, drug delivery and drug discovery enterprises from around the world.

Distribution & Logistics

Centrally located in the heart of the Southeast, the Greater Birmingham Region’s logistical advantages include connectivity across road, rail, air and water.

Headquarters

Thanks to our strong talent pipelines nearby, the Greater Birmingham Region stands tall as a prime destination for businesses ready to call the region home.

Mobility

Alabama’s automotive industry stands as a powerhouse with an annual production capacity exceeding 1 million cars and light trucks statewide.

Technology

From launching your startup to selling your billion-dollar idea, the Greater Birmingham Region provides an encouraging ecosystem for tech companies of all kinds.