Major Manufactures

Transportation is a major industry in Douglas County. Located at the head of Lake Superior, the county's outstanding network of highway, rail, air, and seaway transportation options provides convenient and cost-effective delivery of raw materials and distribution of finished products. That is one reason secondary wood products, plastics, industrial equipment and other manufacturers are prospering in Douglas County.

Higher education, health care, business services, telecommunications and retail sectors support the industrial base. Several locally owned and operated financial institutions work with the region's economic development community to encourage new and expanding businesses. The University of Wisconsin Superior and Northwood Technical College provide training and research services to local employers.  Visit Northland Connection for in depth information on Largest Employers in Douglas County and the surrounding area.

In the list below, bolded and linked businesses are members of the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce.