Advanced manufacturing in McHenry County leverages cutting-edge production methods—like rapid prototyping, precision machining, and intelligent, ICT-driven systems—to increase flexibility, efficiency, and added value while reducing capital and inventory waste.

McHenry County’s agriculture sector is both diverse and resilient, with more than 828 farms covering 184,000+ acres. Valued at $244 million in annual sales, farming remains a cornerstone of our economy, led by major crops like corn, soybeans, and nursery products, along with a strong livestock presence.

McHenry County is home to:

• 10 industrial chemical manufacturers
• 2 petroleum refining companies
• 1 Petroleum & Coal products manufacturer

McHenry County is working to prepare its residents for the coming of the internet of things. To do so, MCEDC and McHenry County are helping to promote and facilitate the establishment of fiber optic connections laid throughout the county and are actively assisting the county to facilitate 5G capabilities.

In 2016 McHenry County was ranked among the Top 5 Healthiest Counties in Illinois in a state-by-state ranking, published by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

The global plastics market was worth USD 492.32 billion in the year of 2016 and is anticipated to reach approximately USD 1050.00 billion by 2025 while registering itself at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.78% over the forecast period.