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Cochise County Economic Development

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 A wealth of pro-growth & development opportunities

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Cochise County Economic Development

Cochise County Economic Development Cochise County Economic Development Cochise County Economic Development

 A wealth of pro-growth & development opportunities

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Welcome to Cochise County, Arizona!

About us

Cochise County (pop. 125,447) offers a wealth of pro-growth and development opportunities thanks to low taxes, land availability, affordable commercial space, high quality healthcare and education, and easy access to Interstate 10 and rail transportation. Additionally, the county offers endless recreational opportunities, a temperate climate, low cost of living, unique communities, an excellent quality of life, and a highly educated and bilingual workforce.


The Cochise County Board of Supervisors has designated economic development countywide as its top priority in the 2021-2024 Strategic Plan. Economic development priorities include:

  • Support and promote the proposed Commercial Port of Entry near Douglas 
  • Support the major industries of Cochise County (Fort Huachuca, Agriculture, Tourism, Mining and Health Care)
  • Enhance broadband capabilities in rural areas
  • Advocate to improve state and federal transportation infrastructure

Emerging opportunities

Douglas Port of Entry

Douglas Port of Entry

Douglas Port of Entry

The Douglas Port of Entry is the second busiest commercial port in Arizona measured by the value of imports and exports. In December 2018, the General Services Administration (GSA) and U.S. Custom and Border Patrol (CBP) confirmed the need for a two-port solution to meet the future needs of the port of entry, and communities of Douglas and Agua Prieta. CBP has stated the remodel of this facility is a top priority, and Cochise County has committed to working with its regional and federal partners to ensure the future success of this major project.

Willcox Wine Industry

Douglas Port of Entry

Douglas Port of Entry

The growing Willcox Wine Industry (see Willcox Wine Country and Willcox Wines) is recognized by the Board of Supervisors as one of Cochise County’s major economic drivers. A 2017 Arizona Office of Tourism study estimated the state's wine industry creates $56.2 million in economic output, 640 jobs, and $3.6 million in state and local taxes annually. With more than 75% of the state’s grapes grown in Willcox, coupled with the increasing popularity of the area’s tasting rooms, viticulture has become a key component of Cochise County’s economic future. The county has committed to providing significant infrastructure support to the wine industry, including the paving of a major vineyard and tourism road, along with additional signage.

Villages at Vigneto

Douglas Port of Entry

Villages at Vigneto

The Villages at Vigneto is a Tuscan Territorial style, master planned community for which developer El Dorado Holdings anticipates construction of up to 28,000 homes over 20 years on about 13,000 acres along State Route 90 in Benson. The development is expected to include golf courses, restaurants, shops, and more than two dozen recreation and community facilities. Cochise County supports El Dorado Holdings in its pledge to build a master planned community, sensitive to the surrounding environment and water conservation needs.

A growing community

"Cochise County is about 6,200 square miles located in southeast Arizona next to the Mexican border and New Mexico..."

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Cochise County Economic Development Team

Sharon Gilman

Deputy County Administrator

SGilman@Cochise.AZ.gov

(520) 432-9332


 Dan Coxworth

 Director, Development Services

DCoxworth@Cochise.AZ.gov

(520) 432-9268


Camila Rochin

Public Information Officer 

CRochin@Cochise.AZ.gov 

(520) 432-9214

1415 W Melody Lane, Bisbee, Arizona 85603

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EPA Brownfields Program

Brownfield Assessment Grant funding is available through September 2022 for projects in Cochise County. Money is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Property owners, developers, and community members are encouraged to nominate local properties for brownfield site assessments as soon as possible.

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