The Root River
Racine County is named after one of its most unique landmarks, the Root River. Racine is French for “root.”
Greater Racine County (GRC) is an initiative of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) that highlights and promotes the many positive assets of Racine County for those who decide to “explore and take root” in Racine County.
We encourage visitors to explore Racine County, stay a while, and enjoy our communities.
This effort is made possible through community partnerships with our municipalities, educational institutions, businesses, civic institutions and the Racine Community Foundation.
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan and conveniently positioned between Chicago and Milwaukee, Racine County boasts lakefront beaches and gentle rolling hills, vibrant urban areas and peaceful rural retreats.
World-renowned businesses, first-class amenities and 17 unique communities are just a few reasons why nearly 200,000 diverse and welcoming residents call Racine County home.
Racine County is named after one of its most unique landmarks, the Root River. Racine is French for “root.”
Racine County enjoys a climate with four seasons, prime for an abundance of recreation activities.
Racine County is just 25 miles from Milwaukee and 65 miles from Chicago.
Racine County is made up of 17 unique communities: 2 cities, 4 towns and 11 villages.
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More than 47,00 businesses call southeast Wisconsin home, including long-time legacy and advanced manufacturing, cutting-edge technology and e-commerce companies. In order to attract and retain talent in the region, coordinated resources and programs connect business with local talent and support businesses’ workforce development and training goals.
Epicenter for research, innovation and business development.
Future home of Wisconn Valley Science and Technology Park.
More than 20 major hospitals and clinics within 45 minute drive
Industry leaders recognize Racine’s location advantages.
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