The Alabama News Center — Rural Alabama on the rise: Billions in investment driving job creation

By: Jerry Underwood

Rural Alabama is experiencing a surge in economic growth, with more than $7 billion in new investment since 2020 fueling nearly 9,000 job commitments across the state’s targeted rural counties.

The momentum continued throughout 2024, as $1.7 billion in fresh investment flowed into key industries, generating 1,700 new job opportunities and strengthening rural communities across the state, according to a new report from the Alabama Department of Commerce.

From advanced manufacturing to renewable energy, these projects are driving long-term prosperity and reinforcing the state’s commitment to rural economic development.

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