Washington County Dept of Business & Econ Development

Washington County is a prominent manufacturing hub, hosting approximately 20 industrial technology and business parks. Its diverse manufacturing sector encompasses fabricated metal, clay, cement, concrete, and transportation equipment parts. Situated near Baltimore and Washington D.C., our community blends metropolitan culture with a rural lifestyle. Notably, the Port of Baltimore, just 70 miles east of Hagerstown, boasts a 50-foot channel and Washington County operates under Foreign Trade Zone #255, allowing duty-free processing and storage of imported materials. Additionally, the county offers extensive amenities including rail and airport access, and excellent interstate visibility.