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Manufacturing Center
Manufacturing is the dominant industry in Franklin County, but the small farms and wineries dotting the county’s picturesque landscape also contribute to the economy. The Missouri and Meramec Rivers help fuel the county’s manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism sectors. Some major employers and assets that drive development in Franklin County include PLZ Aeroscience Corporation, East Central College, Mercy Hospital Washington, and Meramec Caverns.
Franklin County by the Numbers
