BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

In 1900 Barnum was known as a "Hello Town"; today the town continues to welcome new residents and visitors with the same enthusiasm as those early settlers did at the turn of the century. Barnum, located on Interstate 35, 115 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul and 35 miles south of Duluth, was at the time of its incorporation, and still is today, deeply rooted in an agriculture/environmental economy.

Whether it is agriculture, the wood industries or recreation, Barnumís directly linked to the land.

 Once known nationwide as a center for high quality dairy and poultry products, Barnum now looks to the future with the accommodation of a more diversified business community. Ideally situated in the heart of East-Central Minnesota, Barnum offers the same conveniences and services afforded much larger communities, but in the relaxed atmosphere of the great northwoods. Even Barnum's title indicates the offerings available, "The Gateway To The Northwoods".

Business opportunities are only limited by your imagination in Barnum. With an industrial park site and the availability of prime commercial lots in the heart of the city, Barnum stands ready to work with new businesses and for industries looking for a place to locate.

Through Build Barnum, Inc., a community organization formed to help and encourage new business and industry, prospects can find the expertise to help plan for their project and also the ability to obtain financing,; through local, state and county economic development funds.

Barnum has a newly reconditioned water system, a new waste water treatment facility and is completely accessed by industrial capacity electricity and natural gas.

Transportation is of no hindrance as Barnum is situated on Interstate 35. Air transportation is available from Duluth or the South Carlton County Airport, located in Moose Lake, 5 miles away.

Cellular communications, along with Cable Television makes Barnum completely linked in the telecommunications industry.

A reliable and well-trained work force is available to fill the needs of even the most specialized employers. Wage scales for the area run from minimum wage jobs to highly skilled professional positions. The average family median income for Carlton County is $18,950.

The educational needs of employee families is greatly advanced by a strong school district. With two buildings, the elementary and secondary students are educated in separate facilities.

Barnum stands eager and able to help with any business venture, large or small. For assistance, contact Build Barnum, Inc., the Barnum Commercial Club, or the City of Barnum.