Defiance County Economic Development

Data Central

Defiance County Economic Development can quickly provide a range of information to companies considering Defiance for capital investment.

Download Defiance County’s Community Profile

Download DCED’s brochure

Download DCED’s bi-modal feasibility study

Download Defiance demographic report

Download Hicksville demographic report

Utilities

The water, natural gas, electricity and telecommunications firms that serve Defiance County provide reliable and cost-effective solution that lower the cost of doing business. Toledo Edison Co. and AEP Ohio provide power service, while Ohio Gas. Co. and Centurylink meet natural gas and telecommunication needs. Water and sewer services are provided at the municipal level. E-mail paige@defecon.com for utility cost and capacity information regarding Defiance County.

Major Employers

Global companies like General Motors Corp., Johns Manville and Parker-Hannifin call Defiance County home. Local firms include Defiance Metal Products, AP Tool and others provide an established industrial base that keeps Defiance County working.

Education

Defiance College
Defiance College

Defiance County is served by Defiance College, a private liberal arts institution providing graduate and undergraduate degrees. Northwest State Community College is located 10 miles from the city of Defiance and is able to provide customized technical training programs for businesses. Four County Center, which serves youth and adults across northwest Ohio, provides trained individuals for the workforce.


Medical Facilities

Community Memorial HospitalCommunity Memorial Hospital

The city of Defiance is served by two major hospitals, Defiance Regional Medical Center and Mercy Hospital of Defiance. In Hicksville, newly remodeled Community Memorial Hospital provides medical care.

 

 


Area Attractions

Huber Opera House
Huber Opera House

Defiance County is home to golf courses, wildlife areas and cultural activities provided by theatre groups and community festivals. Nearby Fort Wayne features professional baseball by the Fort Wayne Tin Caps and hockey by the Fort Wayne Komets. Toledo is home to the Mud Hens, a AAA baseball franchise.