Business & Economic Development
Clearfield is the perfect place for your business to take flight.
Beneficial Partnerships
Clearfield has beneficial partnerships across the Wasatch Front to bring great opportunities to our local businesses. We believe bolstering the economics of the region strengthens us all.
- Custom Fit Programs
- Davis Chamber of Commerce
- EDCUtah
- Military Installation Development Authority
- 47G
Clearfield city resources
Clearfield City’s infrastructure advantage and large employment base make it the perfect place for companies seeking scalability, efficiency, and stability. The city walks you through getting a business license, applying for building and excavation permits, conducting inspections, and opening your business.
State of Utah resources
The state of Utah has information, training, and resources for all stages of business. If you’re thinking of starting a business, running one, or closing one, there are state resources to help you.
Financial assistance
Clearfield is one of the few cities in Utah that can offer business incentives. Why? Our census data meets the federal requirements to do so. Contact our office of economic development to ask for an incentive.
Most recently we’ve:
- Given 160K in incentives to Crush Golf
- Given 50K in incentives to a local restaurant
Email Spencer Brimley for incentive opportunities:
spencer.brimley@clearfieldcityut.gov
Clearfield: Utah’s Military City and Innovation Hub
Clearfield City is a booming place for businesses at the center of Northern Utah’s economic corridor. Located between Ogden and Salt Lake City, Clearfield has immediate access to Interstate 15, railways, and major airports, making it a smart choice for supply chain and market connectivity. Its infrastructure advantage and large employment base make Clearfield the perfect place for companies seeking scalability, efficiency, and stability.
Clearfield, Utah’s Military City, is home to Hill Air Force Base and has a proud legacy of aerospace, defense, and manufacturing industries. Partnerships with Northrop Grumman, 47G, and regional collaborators reinforce a climate of technology innovation and excellence. Clearfield City prioritizes streamlined processes, supportive infrastructure, and business-friendly policies so employers can locate here and thrive.
Clearfield City houses some of the nation’s top manufacturers in its distribution hub, like Bonnell Aluminum and Lifetime Products. The city’s transit station has been revitalized into a transitoriented development with 550,000 square feet of office space and 94,000 sq. ft. of business space ready to be built. These investment opportunities are strengthened by a skilled workforce, strong transportation network, and history of industry-leading innovators headquartered here.
Community Profile
| Clearfield City | Utah | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,985 | 3,331,187 |
| Annual Growth Rate | 1.60% | 1.44% |
| Total Households | 11,147 | 1,094,896 |
| Median Household Income | $75,429 | $91,750 |
| Median Household Age | 30.1 Years | 21.7 Years |
| Civilian Labor Force | 51,663 | 1,732,689 |
Clearfield Assets
Major Companies
1 Northrop Gruman Recreation
1 Clearfield City Aquatic & Fitness Center Business Development
1 Falcon Hill Research Park |
RailFreight Rails RoadInterstate 15 |
Major Employers
| Company | Employees | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Northrop Grumman | 2000-2999 | Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing |
| Lifetime Products | 1000-1999 | Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing |
| Davis School District | 500-999 | Elementary and Secondary Schools |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturing | 500-999 | Truck Trailer Manufacturing |
| Bonnell Aluminum | 250-499 | Other Aluminum Rolling, Drawing, and Extruding |
| Management & Training | 250-499 | Other Technical and Trade Schools |
| Wyle Laboratories | 100-249 | Engineering Services |
| Smith Sport Optics Inc | 100-249 | Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing |
| RMC - Clearfield Operating | 100-249 | Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) |
| Recommended Building Maintenance | 100-249 | Janitorial Services |
| Parc Community Partnership Foundation | 100-249 | Vocational Rehabilitation Services |
Business Costs
Recent Company Announcements
| Company | Jobs / Capital Investment | EDTIF Tax Credit Percent / Year | Company Function | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACS Manufacturing | 223 / $31,450,000 | 20% / 10 Years | Manufacturing | 2025 |
| OmniTeq | 4000 / $255,787,500 | 25% / 10 Years | Aerospace & Defense | 2023 |
Education & Training
Custom Fit Training
Custom Fit Training is a partnership between the Salt Lake Community College, select sister institutions across the state, and the local business community. Its mission is to provide customized employee training to businesses at an affordable cost, either in a classroom setting or at the business location. The Utah State Legislature appropriates funds each year as an investment in Utah’s economy through Custom Fit.
Davis Technical College
Davis Technical College has five campuses: Kaysville, Ogden, Salt Lake City, and two in Clearfield. They have 7,268 students enrolled in more than 35 programs some of which include: Neetworking and Cybersecurity, Surgical Technology, and Automation Technology.
Labor Profile
Key Industry Employment Index
A location quotient is a value that quantifies how concentrated an industry is in a particular region. This graph shows an index based on location quotients. Any industry value above the national average of 100 demonstrates a competitive advantage in Utah.
Key Industry Wages
Key industries were identified by their high location quotients, an indication of the concentration of the industry.
Five-Year Employment Change
Employment change measures the average change in employment within a region over a five-year period, from 2015 to 2020.
Downtown Clearfield is full of opportunity!
Square Feet of Available Business Space
Square Feet of Available Office Space
New Housing Units for Residents
Projected Revenue From Clearfield FrontRunner Station Area
Square Feet of New Public Parks
City Events
Square Feet of Available Business Space
Square Feet of Available Office Space
New Housing Units for Residents
Projected Revenue From Clearfield FrontRunner Station Area
Square Feet of New Public Parks
City Events
