Ely, Minnesota - Here for Your Business

Located in the heart of the Superior National Forest, Ely, Minnesota is best known for being the gateway to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Our quality of life is among the best in the world with breathtaking natural beauty, a low crime rate, fresh air and water, and a friendly community. Businesses thrive here because of influx of tourists and visitors, the local workforce and the available natural resources.

The Ely Area Development Association (EADA), founded to create, promote, and facilitate economic and community development, is here to answer your questions and provide you the information you need to bring your business ideas and make the Ely area your home.

Why Ely?

• Business financial incentives
• Entrepreneurial training and support
• Well-educated workforce
• Great schools and community college
• Wireless downtown
• State-of-the-art hospital, clinic, senior living, nursing home
• Vibrant arts community
• Excellent quality of life, friendly people
• Snowmobile, hiking, cross country ski trails
• Over 500 lakes in a 20-mile radius
• Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA) at your back door

Make Ely a part of your business!

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Satellite Office Space Available

Open your satellite office at the Ely Economic & Technology Center - prime downtown location, high speed wireless internet, low cost rent. Call 218-365-3012 for details.