Advantages
Experience the allure of El Dorado County! Where the echoes of the California Gold Rush still resonate in our entrepreneurial spirit.
Nestled amidst unmatched rural beauty, our county boasts endless recreational opportunities, world-class public schools, and an unparalleled quality of life for residents.
With over 3,000 acres of undeveloped commercially zoned land and access to a regional market of 2.4 million people, businesses have ample room to grow and thrive. What's more, El Dorado County prides itself on having some of the lowest commercial traffic impact mitigation fees in the region.
And with sunlight gracing our landscape 70% of the year, both work and play flourish under our golden skies. Elevate to El Dorado County!
Location, Location, Location
Nestled within the six-county Sacramento Region, El Dorado County spans 1,786 square miles from the eastern Sacramento Valley to the Sierra Nevada peaks.
Just 30 minutes from the State Capital and a short 20-minute drive from over a million acres of pristine national forest, the county offers abundant opportunities for relaxation and recreation.
We are conveniently located less than an hour from Sacramento International Airport and bisected by Highway 50, with quick access to three interstate highways. Additionally, we are only two hours from the San Francisco Bay Area.
El Dorado County boasts a diverse economy mirroring its diverse landscape. Recent analysis identified key sectors primed for growth including: Health & Social Services, Accommodation & Food Services, Retail Trade, Construction, Administration & Waste Services, Finance & Industry, Manufacturing, and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation.
Quality of Life
From anywhere in the County, an hour’s drive will allow you to ski, hike, bike, raft, rock climb, enjoy wine tasting, and stroll historic downtown Placerville. Our Lake Tahoe region has hosted the Winter Olympics, and our Rubicon Trail is internationally renowned.
Low traffic - In contrast to the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California and Sacramento, El Dorado County has very low traffic congestion. Spend more time growing your business and living your life instead of sitting in traffic!
Housing - El Dorado County offers a variety of housing options from multifamily, rural ranches, downtown living in Placerville, and executive estates. We've got it all!
Work from home opportunities - Our updated zoning ordinance allows for operating a business from home and even allows for employees depending upon parcel size. And our progressive Winery and Ranch Marketing ordinances encourage appropriate commercial uses on our rural lands beyond what any other surrounding jurisdiction offers.
Infrastructure
With five developed business parks, and land available along the Highway 50 corridor, El Dorado County can accommodate a variety of business locations / expansions. The County also offers two municipal airports.
