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ROCKWALL
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION

TYPE A EDC

Rockwall, TX

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Rockwall is perfectly positioned to serve both your business and your family, situated just 23 miles east of Dallas along the scenic shores and elevated hills of Lake Ray Hubbard, a stunning 23,000-acre reservoir and popular recreational spot. Seamless highway connectivity via Interstate 30 and major corridors links your company directly to the DFW Metroplex, granting convenient access to the rich talent pool, vendors, and customer market of a booming region with over 8 million residents. At the same time, our distinctive lakeside lifestyle delivers a relaxing, low-stress environment filled with exceptional local amenities.

TESTIMONIAL

"We visited five states before choosing Rockwall"

Brandon Buschold
President and CEO
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TESTIMONIAL

"If you draw a 3 to 5 mile circle around where our new campus is, more than 40% of our folks live within that circle."

Tony Trahan
Director
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TESTIMONIAL

"The quality of life in Rockwall makes it easy for us to retain our talented staff"

Richard Foley
CEO
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The Executive Lifestyle
of Rockwall, TX

Rockwall provides all the premier amenities for sophisticated, upscale living. Residents can enjoy a vibrant local lifestyle featuring fine dining options, executive whiskey lounges, and private cigar bars. The waterfront district along Lake Ray Hubbard anchors the community's recreation, offering picturesque views at The Harbor, luxury marinas such as Chandler's Landing, waterfront shopping, and the ultimate convenience of taking your boat out onto the 23,000-acre lake right from your backyard. Coupled with a historic downtown square full of independent boutiques and restaurants, championship golf facilities, and estate wineries, Rockwall combines small-town warmth with refined indulgence.

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Expansion Solutions Magazine | 2026 Top 15 Counties

The Smallest County in Texas Made the Top 15.

Expansion Solutions Magazine named Rockwall County one of its 2026 Top 15 Counties for economic momentum, strategic leadership and commitment to business growth. At only 127 square miles, Rockwall shares the list with Collin, Denton, Travis and Williamson counties.

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Expansion Solutions Magazine 2026 Top 15 Counties award recipients list, including Rockwall County, Texas and the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation

Workforce

Rockwall boasts an exceptionally deep talent pool, with nearly 3 million workers residing within a 45-minute commute. Nearly half of the city's adult population holds a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly exceeding state and regional averages. While Rockwall successfully recruits blue-collar talent from surrounding cities, 86% of Rockwall’s highly-educated workforce commutes out of the city, and primarily to DFW, for executive positions. This presents an advantageous opportunity to recruit highly skilled, well-educated, local professionals who may be searching for career opportunities closer to home.

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Experience Rockwall

In Rockwall, professional success doesn't come at the expense of personal time. Minutes after leaving the office, you can enjoy waterfront dining, local wineries, award-winning parks, shopping, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. It's a community designed to help businesses thrive while giving employees a place they genuinely enjoy calling home.

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From move-in-ready space to fully customized developments, Rockwall offers real estate solutions designed to support companies at every stage of growth. Explore available speculative spaces for immediate occupancy, future Class A office development opportunities, or build-to-suit sites within Rockwall Technology Park. Whether you're seeking corporate office space, advanced manufacturing facilities, or room to expand, our team can help identify the right location to meet your long-term needs.

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Lot A-1 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase II

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Lot A-1 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase II

Lot A-1 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase II
Lot A-2 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase II

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Lot A-2 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase II

Lot A-2 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase II
Lot A-5 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase I

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Lot A-5 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase I

Lot A-5 - Rockwall Technology Park Phase I
“Doing business in Rockwall, is great... the talent pool ... the community, schools, and businesses work closely together ... and, the quality of life for us at SPM. Rockwall is an excellent location because of I-30 providing regional access and close proximity to our suppliers and customers.”

— Rob Grand-Lienard, Special Products & Manufacturing, Inc.

Rob Grand-Lienard, Special Products & Manufacturing, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions of Rockwall Economic Development Corporation

REDC is a Type A corporation funded by a half-cent sales tax with proceeds statutorily dedicated to primary jobs, and its core product is the 550-acre Rockwall Technology Park with sites from roughly 3.5 to 70 acres, a quarter mile off I-30, targeting defense/aerospace, food and beverage, and advanced manufacturing.

Rockwall offers direct access to the Dallas-Fort Worth market, shovel-ready sites, a highly educated workforce, available commercial development opportunities, and an exceptional quality of life that helps businesses attract and retain talent. Rockwall’s consolidated property rate is considered to be one of the lowest in the state and is 30-40% less than other area cities that have an industrial base.

Rockwall is located approximately 23 miles east of downtown Dallas along Interstate 30, providing convenient access to major employment centers, airports, suppliers, and customers.

Yes. Rockwall combines executive housing, strong demographics, regional accessibility, available sites, and a business-friendly environment, making it an attractive option for headquarters and regional office operations.

Rockwall is home to advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defense, packaging, food production, professional services, and corporate office operations.

Rockwall combines access to the nation's fourth-largest metro area with a lower-congestion environment, outstanding schools, executive housing options, and a strong manufacturing base. Uniquely, Rockwall combines that manufacturing base with highly-educated residents, luxury lakeside living, and the charm and simplicity of living in a small town while still enjoying big-city amenities, such as high-end shopping and dining, and year-round recreation.

The Rockwall EDC works directly with qualifying companies to assist with site selection, workforce resources, development coordination, targeted infrastructure, and potential incentive opportunities.

Come see Rockwall
for yourself

Dinner's On Us

We love to invite QUALIFIED leads to experience Rockwall in person. We are confident once you have walked The Harbor and visited our sites, no sales pitch would be necessary.

Matt Wavering
President Rockwall EDC

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