What’s the Ardmore Advantage All About?

Whether you’re a site selector looking for one of the best places to start a business in Oklahoma, or an individual who wants small town charm without sacrificing easy access to major metros, here are some answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Ardmore Advantage. 

Top 10 FAQs

Ardmore is strategically positioned on Interstate 35, just 90 minutes from both the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex and Oklahoma City, placing your business in the center of two major and growing markets.

Ardmore offers immediate access to I-35, rail service, and the Ardmore Municipal Airport (KADM) at the Ardmore Industrial Airpark, with additional connectivity to major commercial airports in Dallas and Oklahoma City. Its central U.S. location also allows businesses to reach most major markets within a three-day drive, making it an ideal hub for manufacturing, distribution, and logistics.

A variety of sites are available, including greenfield and shovel-ready options with access to critical infrastructure, giving companies flexibility to grow and scale.

Ardmore provides reliable, high-capacity utilities—including electric, water, wastewater, natural gas, and broadband—ready to support industrial and commercial operations.

Ardmore offers a skilled and dependable workforce with experience in manufacturing, aerospace, energy, and logistics. With access via I-35 and major state highways, employers can draw from a labor shed extending up to an hour away, significantly expanding the available talent pool.

Customized training programs are available through strong local partners like SouthernTech and Murray State College, ensuring businesses have access to job-ready talent.

Ardmore is home to a diverse mix of industries, including manufacturing, aerospace and MRO, energy, and logistics, with continued growth in emerging sectors.

Businesses locating or expanding in Ardmore may qualify for a range of competitive state and local incentives, including workforce training support, tax programs, and infrastructure assistance.

Ardmore offers a cost-competitive environment with lower land, labor, and operating costs than larger metro areas—helping companies maximize their investment.

The Ardmore Development Authority and its partners provide personalized, hands-on support from site selection through project completion, ensuring a smooth and successful process.