Industry Overview

The City of Frederick is a vibrant city located in the heart of Maryland. Nationally recognized for its high quality of life and compelling hip-storic character, The City of Frederick has been on a steady growth trajectory for the past several decades. 

Today, more than 4,000 businesses and 60,000 jobs are located within the city limits. Home to Fort Detrick, the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, multiple higher education institutions, international corporations, and incubator space, Frederick continues to offer tremendous opportunities for expanding businesses, corporate offices, and entrepreneurial start-ups.

Industry Overview

 Download and explore our 2024 Industry Overview Brochure here.

The overview a variety of information and data on the local economy including: 

  • An Introduction to Frederick 
  • Quick Facts 
  • Key Institutions 
  • Major Employers 
  • Key Industries (with resource spotlights) 
  • Emerging Projects 
  • Local Incentive Programs