Smart, Sustainable Progress… For All.
That’s not just a catchy slogan or trendy hashtag. For Ardmore Development Authority, it’s our vision for economic growth, which drives us as we advance together towards a thoughtfully innovative future.
In this gem of Oklahoma, centrally located between Oklahoma City and Dallas/Fort Worth, you’ll find a logistics hub that connects businesses via air, rail, and vital east-west and north-south highway corridors. In three days or less, you can reach any city in the nation via I-35 with connections to major east-west interstates like I-40, I-20, I-10, and I-80, giving your business the edge in manufacturing, distribution, and logistics supply chains.
Named “Best Places to Start a Business in Oklahoma” by NerdWallet (2024), we also own industrial parks and offer some of the fastest permitting times in the state. The Ardmore Industrial Airpark and Westport Industrial Park are located within Foreign Trade Zone #227, a short one-hour drive from Oklahoma City and Dallas/Fort Worth. But we’re also just as supportive of small businesses, start-ups, and the revitalization of Ardmore’s historic downtown as a vibrant economic and cultural hub.
In Ardmore, you’ll find the best of both worlds. The small town charm of a welcoming atmosphere, vibrant arts scene, walkable neighborhoods, incredible outdoor recreational opportunities, peaceful surroundings, and no traffic or congestion. But you can also experience the neon glow of Dallas/Fort Worth and Oklahoma City in under 90 minutes.
That’s the Ardmore Advantage!
By the Numbers
Ardmore is located 90 minutes from the major metros of Oklahoma City and Dallas/Fort Worth
The average cost of a home in Ardmore is $260,000, about 34% less than the national average
Ardmore is rail-ready with three rail operators, including a BNSF mainline with a switching yard and two spurs, as well as short line operators AmeriPointe and Watco
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Does Ardmore Have a Solid Workforce?
June 01, 2026Ardmore’s Workforce gives employers a dependable talent base and a clear advantage for growth. Located north of Dallas, Ardmore combines a strategic position with a stable business climate, making it easier for companies to attract, hire, and keep skilled employees...
Is there a Foreign Trade Zone in Oklahoma?
May 25, 2026Yes! Foreign Trade Zone #227 comprises three sites located in Ardmore, Oklahoma, and Durant, Oklahoma. In Ardmore, the Ardmore Industrial Airpark and Westport Industrial Park are the two locations within the FTZ. Located within a one-hour drive from both Oklahoma...
What industries are prominent in Ardmore?
May 18, 2026The target industries in Ardmore are accelerating economic momentum by leveraging the region’s strategic location, business incentives, and transportation infrastructure. Companies in aerospace, defense, food manufacturing, and industrial equipment thrive in our pro-business environment that’s been built for productivity.What are...
Meet the Ardmore Development Authority Team
May 11, 2026When you explore the Ardmore Development Authority team, you’ll find a leadership trio whose combined expertise drives the region’s economic momentum. President & CEO Bill Murphy brings nearly 30 years of experience and national recognition for strategic growth and business...
Ardmore Development Authority launches new site to attract economic development activity
May 09, 2026FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ADA’s new site will position the city to attract manufacturing and aerospace opportunitiesArdmore, OK – Ardmore Development Authority (ADA), the city’s direct partner for business growth, expansion, and investment, has announced the creation of a new website...
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