Looking towards the Future
As Skiatook continues to grow and look towards the future, they are also looking to expand in their target industries.
With an already established industrial park, and potential to add more in the future in different locations around the city, Skiatook is looking to grow their manufacturing industry. They understand the demand for all types of manufacturing and look forward to making Skiatook, Oklahoma a hub for them.
The City of Skiatook owns and operates their Municipal Airport which underwent an extensive runway renovation in 2020. With an extended runway, state of the art technology, and close proximity to American Airlines and Spartan School of Aeronautics, Skiatook will soon be able to tap into the aviation industry.
With convenient, easy location just minutes from surrounding large cities Skiatook, Oklahoma is a wise choice for office headquarters. With additional internet infrastructure being installed, it gives office headquarters and tech companies an opportunity to be located in close proximity of larger cities and Tulsa International Airport but still have low overhead costs.
Skiatook is the largest city in Osage County. Aside from needing healthcare services for their own residents they understand they are the closest in proximity for many surrounding rural communities when it comes to healthcare, along with shopping and dining. Between the closer distance to rural areas coupled with the percentage of Skiatook high school students that are pursuing higher education in the healthcare field, this not only shows the workforce is already here but that Skiatook is prime location to house an adequate hospital for their residents and surrounding communities.
Top Area Talent
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Professional
22.1%
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Services
20.6%
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Management/ Business/ Financial
12.8%
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Administrative Support
11.0%
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Sales
10.9%
Regional Assets
Skiatook is fortunate to have access to a highly skilled workforce in the region, thanks to the presence of a number of local, top-notch universities and vocational schools. This has created a strong talent pipeline for our local industries, which has helped to fuel steady regional economic growth in recent years.
The transportation infrastructure within the Tulsa region, whether road, rail, air or waterway, is well-maintained and provides easy access to major cities and key markets, making Skiatook an attractive option for businesses looking for a centralized location. Skiatook’s location in Northeast Oklahoma comes with one of the shortest commute times within the nation.
Skiatook’s overall quality of life is excellent, with a low cost of living, great schools, and a range of outdoor recreational opportunities that make their city an ideal place to call home.