INDUSTRIES

Global Impact

Industry-Leading Companies

Our roots run deep in research and innovation, clean energy and agribusiness. But we don’t stop there. Companies of all sizes, industries and ages thrive in our prime business climate and dynamic economy. Explore Richland’s key industries and range of world-class companies.

Top Regional Employers

  • Pacific Northwest National Laboratory 5,700

    Research & Development

  • Kadlec Regional Medical Center 3,800

    Health Services

  • Lamb Weston 3,000

    Food Processing

  • Bechtel National 2,000

    Engineering/Construction

  • Washington River Protection Solutions 2,800

    Environmental Remediation

  • Hanford Mission Integration Solutions 1,884

    Support Services to Department of Energy

  • Tyson Foods 1,400

    Food Processing

  • Energy Northwest 1,000

    Utilities

  • First Fruits 920

    Food Processing

*Education and health services outside of Richland are removed from this data

Regional Energy Stats

State Energy Generated Here
0 %
Carbon Neutral
0 %
Hydropower
0 %
Megawatt-Hours Generated Annually
0 M
Local Renewable Companies
0
Private R&D Expenditure
$ 0 M
Bi-State Wind Generation Produced Locally
0 %
Lower Cost of Business Compared to Nation
0 %
Image: Andrea Starr | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Research & Development

Our rich history of innovation lives on in the talented individuals here who are tackling tomorrow’s challenges. Researchers at international companies, federal laboratories and universities in Richland are working on scientific discoveries to solve complex problems and address significant global challenges. Richland is the right place for your research and development business.

Research & Innovation in the News

North Horn Rapids

Regional Research Stats

Total 2018 GDP
$ 0 B
Manufacturing GDP
$ 0 B
Technical Service GDP
$ 0 B
GDP Increase since 2001
0 %

STEM Career Opportunities In Demand

Agribusiness

Agriculture is big business in eastern Washington. Products from value-added ag and food manufacturing businesses here reach major markets around the world. Whether your business is a small family venture or a bustling global operation, Richland’s climate is perfect for the growth of your agribusiness company.

Agribusiness in the News

Lamb Weston Doubles Fry Production With Richland Plant Expansion

Regional Agriculture Stats

Sales of State Crops From Tri-Cities
0 %
frozen french fries produced annually
0 M
Value of State Food and Ag Exported Overseas
$ 0 B
statewide ag workforce
0 K
Commodities Grown in washington
0
Farms Located in Washington
0 K
Ag Produced in Washington
$ 0 B
Ag Percentage of State Economy
0 %
Wineries Within 60 Miles of Tri-Cities
0
Washingtons wine grapes grown locally
0 %
washington wine grape varietals
0
national hop production
0 %

Top global trading partners

Top Washington Commodities