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The Greater Milwaukee area’s key industries include mechanical manufacturing; energy, power & controls; food & beverage; water technology; and medical technology.
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Milwaukee ranks No. 5 on Forbes' list of "up-and-coming" tech cities.
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Due to its relatively low cost of living, this year Forbes ranked Milwaukee 16th best metro area in the nation for young professionals.
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The region’s water industry is a $10.5 billion market, supporting 20,000 jobs and accounting for 4% of the total world water business.
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Milwaukee is one of only 14 cities worldwide that have gained admission into the United Nations Global Compact Cities Programme.
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Milwaukee has 250+ food & beverage manufacturing companies, employing nearly 15,000 people.
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Thanks to the region’s agricultural roots, 4,400 farms can be found in the 6 counties surrounding Milwaukee.
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The Milwaukee region has one of the lowest commute times of major urban areas and is considered one of the more walkable cities in the country.
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Inc. Magazine has recognized Milwaukee as one of the best cities for business.
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KPMG has proclaimed Milwaukee's "cost of doing business" as one of best in the nation as well.
