A Strategic Location Built for Growth
Montgomery County, Maryland, has one of the world’s most influential innovation ecosystems, located just minutes from the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. Home to more than 18 federal agency headquarters and 36 federal labs, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), this strategically located destination is where leading global companies choose to be.
$10.03B
invested in life sciences
companies (2019-2023)
350+
life sciences companies
162
languages spoken
in public schools
#2
largest concentration of
PhDs in the U.S. (Maryland)
STRATEGIC LOCATION
A gateway to the U.S. and
global markets
Montgomery County’s proximity to federal agencies, world-class research institutions, and leading industry partners is one of the many reasons international companies choose to establish and grow their presence here. Combined with the County’s extensive transportation infrastructure, including major highways, rail networks, ports, and access to three international airports, Montgomery County, Maryland, offers exceptional connectivity to both domestic and global markets, making it a uniquely strategic location for business growth and investment.
Being able to get anywhere in the world quickly is essential—and the three international airports within 45 minutes’ drive allow that.
PRADMAN KAUL · PRESIDENT, HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS