Coming SoonHermosa Area Growth and
Development, Inc.
Tucked where the Great Plains rise into the foothills of the Black Hills, Hermosa, South Dakota, offers companies the rare blend of small-town stability and big-sky opportunity. Residents enjoy a range of wide-open spaces to wooded mountain splendor, world-class outdoor recreation just minutes away in Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and quick access to the services, suppliers and the 240,000-person labor market of nearby Rapid City and the surrounding area, all without sacrificing the laid-back pace that keeps talent grounded.
All roads lead to Hermosa, SD where opportunity meets the open skies.Leo Van Sambeek, HAGDI
The Mission StatementA vibrant, thriving community.
Mission:
To drive economic prosperity in the Hermosa area by empowering local businesses, encouraging investment and enhancing our community assets, all while honoring our town's unique heritage and improving the quality of life for all.
Our Vision:
To make Hermosa a vibrant, thriving gateway to the Black Hills, where businesses succeed, families flourish and the community prospers in harmony through its rich history.
Key Takeaways
From precision manufacturers to cloud-based professional services, Hermosa delivers a pro-business launchpad framed by the Black Hills’ iconic skyline. Companies that plant roots here tap into tax savings, a multimodal reach, and a workforce that prioritizes quality of life—a compelling formula for sustainable growth.
TAX-FREE PROFITABILITY
0% corporate and personal income tax environment.STRATEGIC LOGISTICS
U.S. 79 frontage, I-90 access, on-site rail, multi-airport regionREADY TALENT
44% post-secondary attainment locally; 1,000+ STEM/business grads/year within 50 miles.AFFORDABLE PAYROLL AND LIVING COSTS
Management wage under $80K, production wages roughly $42K, median rent $1,271FIBER-READY DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Gig-speed serviceOUTDOOR AND CULTURAL APPEAL
Black Hills recreation and thriving arts scene aid retentionONE-STOP ASSISTANCE
HAGDI aligns state, county and town resources to streamline projectsThe InfoKey stats at a glance.
Labor Market within 25 minute Commute
0+
Affordable Operating Costs
0
Cost of Living IndeX (15% below U.S. Avg
Tourism Gateway
0 Million
annual Black hills visitors