Reasonable Cost
The cost of living and doing business in the Greater Cincinnati area are below the national averages. Housing and transportation costs are particularly low, at 84% and 94% of the national average. See more information on Clermont County and Cincinnati’s reasonable costs of living and working in the lifestyle section of our web site. These competitive advantages of Greater Cincinnati have allowed the region to attract a diversified economy and the headquarters of ten Fortune 500 businesses.
Utilities - Water & Sewer
In a 2007 survey of 64 local communities, Clermont County ranked 14th most affordable for combined water and sewer rates. The County-owned water/sewer utility also has lower water and sewer connection fees than neighboring counties.
| | Water Rate | Sewer Rate |
| Clermont County | $58.72 | $93.37 |
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| Warren County | $73.35 | $76.05 |
| Springboro | $83.76 | $84.42 |
| Mason | $67.16 | $125.25 |
| Lebanon | $73.80 | $106.92 |
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| Butler County | $125.94 | $95.79 |
| Carlisle | $92.49 | $63.69 |
| Oxford | $92.52 | $122.49 |
| Franklin | $97.89 | $74.11 |
| Monroe | $104.55 | $95.82 |
| Trenton | $75.12 | $109.26 |
| Hamilton | $58.80 | $90.30 |
Source: Year 2007 Annual Water & Sewer Rate Survey, City of Oakwood Finance Dept.
Notes: Rates are based on 22,500 gallons or 3,000 cubic feet of water in a three-month period. Rates quoted were those in effect as of March 1, 2007. Survey of 64 jurisdictions. Clermont County Water & Sewer Division provides service to the majority of Clermont County residents and businesses. Other jurisdictions have multiple providers as noted above.
The County operates three water treatment plants that draw water from two different aquifers and a lake with a combined excess daily capacity of 27.2 million gallons. The County operates 10 wastewater treatment plants that treat approximately 24.6 million gallons per day and have 5.3 million gallons per day excess daily capacity. More information can be found below:
Utilities – Electric & Gas
The vast majority of the County receives electric and natural gas service from Duke Energy (www.duke-energy.com). Southwest Ohio enjoys very competitive gas and electric rates, and Clermont County in particular benefits from having two electric generation plants located within its borders.
Utilities – Cable/Internet/Telephone
A variety of telephone, cable and internet service providers are available for your business needs. Visit the utilities section of our web site for a complete list.
Labor Force
The single biggest cost to most industries today is the cost of labor. Conversely, a talented, creative, motivated workforce is also what differentiates the winners from everyone else in the globally competitive market place. Clermont County has the talented, affordable labor force your company needs to compete globally.