Southern Boone

Where Opportunity Meets Community

Discover why Southern Boone County is central Missouri’s rising destination for business growth. With strategic location, an educated workforce, and a community that supports success, your business will find more than a location here—you’ll find home.

Southern Boone Economic Development Council

Southern Boone Economic Development Council (SBEDC) strengthens Southern Boone County’s economy by connecting businesses with the resources, connections, and support they need—creating jobs and improving quality of life in our community.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking for your first space, an established company considering expansion, or a property owner exploring development opportunities, we’re here to help you succeed. We know Southern Boone County—the people, the places, and the possibilities—and we’ll connect you with exactly what you need.

Southern Boone By the Numbers

Unemployment rate in Boone County
Of Ashland residents hold college degrees
High-speed internet coverage with fiber up to 5 Gbps
Population growth since 2020
From Columbia Regional Airport
High school graduation rate—5% above state average

Announcements

2026 Leaders Breakfast Date will be Thursday, April 23rd

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Join Us for the Leaders Breakfast

2026 Candidate Forum will be Monday, March 20

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Workforce Development

Ranken Technical College

In January 2024, Ranken Technical College opened its doors in Southern Boone County, expanding vocational education access throughout mid-Missouri. The new campus offers programs in Carpentry & Building Construction Technology, Industrial Maintenance Technology, and Fabrication & Welding—training the skilled workforce that businesses need.

Visit the Ranken Website
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