Peoria, Arizona: A Smart Location for Advanced Manufacturing Investment 

Peoria is an ideal environment for advanced manufacturing site selection. Located in the dynamic Greater Phoenix region, Peoria offers development-ready sites, a skilled and scalable workforce, and a pro-manufacturing regulatory climate - everything advanced manufacturers need to grow and compete globally. From defense and industrial fabrication to consumer products and automated systems, Peoria supports the full spectrum of modern manufacturing operations. 

Understanding the Needs of Advanced Manufacturing Site Selectors 

We know site selectors for advanced manufacturing are looking for more than just land. You're evaluating: 

• Workforce availability and training programs 
  
  
• Utility infrastructure and reliability 
  
  
• Logistics access and transportation corridors 
  
  
• Speed-to-market through permitting and construction timelines 
  
  
• Operating costs, including tax environment and incentives 
  
  
•  Long-term scalability of sites and facilities 

Peoria meets these needs with competitive costs, fast-growing talent pipelines, and a responsive local government committed to your success. 

 

Proven Manufacturing Success Stories in Peoria 

 

Amkor Technology

$7 Billion investment 
up to 3,000 employees

Amkor broke ground on October 6, 2025 on their new advanced packaging facility. Upon completion of both phases, the facility will consist of 750,000 SF of clean room space, supporting TSMC and the semiconductor industry. 

 

 

TYR Tactical

$7.2 million investment 
125+ employees

Opened in 2017, this 76,000 square-foot facility produces advanced tactical gear for the U.S. military and law enforcement agencies around the world. Serving elite agencies like the FBI, DEA, U.S. Secret Service, and U.S. Marshals 

 

 

OakCraft Cabinetry

110,000 SF Facility
300+ employees

Founded in 1982 and expanded significantly in Peoria since 1996, OakCraft Cabinetry is the largest cabinet manufacturer in the Southwest, producing more than 65,000 units annually. 

 

 

These companies illustrate Peoria’s capacity to support precision-driven, labor-intensive, and high-volume manufacturing operations. 

The Right Workforce for Advanced Manufacturing 

Peoria offers access to a skilled and reliable labor force with expertise in:

• CNC machining and automation
  
  
• Assembly and fabrication
  
  
• Production planning and quality control 
  
  
• Industrial sewing and technical manufacturing
  
  
• Electrical and mechanical systems 

Workers are drawn from within the Peoria area and across greater Phoenix, with short average commute times and ongoing access to training through local institutions and workforce partnerships.

Pro-Manufacturing Tax Environment and Incentives

Arizona is consistently ranked among the most business-friendly states for manufacturing, offering tax benefits and incentive programs including: 

Qualified Facility Tax Credit - Available to manufacturers expanding or establishing operations in Arizona. Eligible businesses may receive a refundable income tax credit for qualified investments in facilities, equipment, and job creation. Learn more about the Qualified Facility Tax Credit.

Sales Tax Exemptions on Machinery & Equipment - Arizona law provides a sales tax exemption for machinery and equipment used directly in manufacturing, resulting in meaningful savings on capital expenditures. Learn more about sales tax exemptions for manufacturing.

Combined with low utility costs, competitive wages, and streamlined permitting, these incentives make Peoria a cost-effective location for long-term investment.

Industrial Real Estate and Infrastructure Advantage 

Peoria has available sites ideal for advanced manufacturing, featuring: 

• Access to Loop 303, Loop 101, and I-10 for regional and national distribution 
  
  
• Utility capacity for electricity, water, and broadband-intensive operations 
  
  
• Flexibility to accommodate light industrial to heavy manufacturing uses 
  
  
• Sites within or near planned employment corridors and commercial districts 

Through thoughtful planning and responsible management, our city is prepared to provide the water needed to welcome new businesses and support future development. Whether you're building a greenfield facility or expanding an existing footprint, Peoria has the land, zoning, and logistics to move your project forward, fast. 

Build the Future of Manufacturing in Peoria 

If your company operates in aerospace, defense, electronics, packaging, consumer goods, materials processing, or smart manufacturing, Peoria is ready to support your success. 

Contact Peoria's Economic Development team to learn more about:

• Available sites and buildings 
  
  
• Utility service and transportation access 
  
  
• Labor market data and training partnerships 
  
  
• Tax credits and local/state incentives 

Scale smarter. Produce faster. Invest with confidence in Peoria, Arizona.