Economic Development

 

FLOWOOD AT A GLANCE

Flowood offers modern infrastructure, reliable and low-cost utilities, and an efficient logistics network that supports both new and established businesses. The city benefits from an educated talent pool and a diverse economy, making it a strong contender for long-term investment. As a regional destination for retail and commercial development, Flowood continues to attract growth and opportunity across multiple sectors.

 

FEATURED DEVELOPMENT AREAS

  • PREMIER COMMERCIAL & RETAIL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
  • INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
    • ​West Rankin Parkway Industrial Complex

 

CONTACT US

Daniel Lang | Director of Economic Development

dlang@flowood.gov | 601-420-3326

2200 Refuge Boulevard, Flowood, MS 39232

 

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES AVAILABLE

 

BUILDING & ZONING

  • Design & architectural guidelines linked here.
  • Zoning map linked here.
  • Zoning ordinance linked here.

 

DEMOGRAPHICS & WORKFORCE

  • Median Household Income: $83,700
  • 50.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher
  • 98% have a high school diploma or higher
  • 68.5% labor force participation

 

BUSINESS OVERVIEW

  • Total businesses: 1,644
    • ​Employees: 27.5K
  • Home to 3 major corporate headquarters
  • Lowest municipal millage rate in Mississippi
  • Advanced manufacturing
  • Premier retail
  • World-class medical community

 

TRANSPORTATION & ACCESSIBILITY

  • Direct Interstate Access: I-20 & I-55
  • Rail Access: Served by KCS & CN
  • Air Travel: Proximity to Jackson International Airport (JAN)
  • Regional Connectivity:
    • 3-hour drive to New Orleans & Memphis
    • 6-hour drive to Atlanta & Dallas

 

DAYTIME POPULATION

  • 24.5K within Flowood
  • 75.9K within 5 miles
  • 254.2K within 10 miles
  • 30% Population growth over the past 10 years

 

FLOWOOD "FIRSTS"

​National brands that chose Flowood as the site of their first Mississippi location