Polk County is one of the fastest growing areas in Texas. Livingston, our county seat, is less than an hours drive to Bush International Airport in Houston via U.S. Highway 59 (proposed Interstate 69 NAFTA Corridor). We have the most abundant water supply in the State of Texas and an available labor pool of over 200,000 within a 50 mile radius.

Beautiful Lake Livingston, a 93,000 acre lake, is a major contributor to the growth of Polk County. Constructed to furnish water to nearby Houston, the lake is a major attraction to retirees and recreational visitors. Lake Livingston State Park is a popular haven for camping and fishing in East Texas. Boat ramps and fishing piers provide easy access to the lake. Polk County has an active Chamber of Commerce with over 635 members

While enjoying the conveniences of the Houston metropolitan area, residents and businesses of Polk County enjoy the safety and serenity of rural East Texas and enjoy a cost of living that is significantly below the U.S. and State of Texas averages. Polk County is characterized by clean air and clear skies. Texas, a major energy source, has built 23 new power plants since 1995 and has 25 under construction.

In the midst of the Big Thicket forest in Polk County, lies Texas' oldest Indian Reservation, home of the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas. This 4,600 acres of verdant timberland in the heart of the Big Thicket was established by General Sam Houston in 1854 as a reward to the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe for their display of courage in remaining neutral during the Texas War for independence from Mexico.

Polk County and the City of Livingston offer a 10 year tax abatement. We have experience with Enterprise Zones, Reinvestment Zones, Texas Workforce Training grants, and the Texas Capital Fund for infrastructure improvement grants. There are other state and local incentives that we can offer assistance with.

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