Northome is the location of Koochiching County's new industrial park, which broke ground in the fall of 2000. It will host 10 acres of current site with expansive potential to 40 acres. The community itself has its own local economical development agency (The Northland Progressive) which works hand in hand on the county's economic development team. From a revitalized downtown to its new prospering business park, Northome has what it takes to execute business value.
The state of the art school in Northome is located directly across the street from fiber optics. This innovative school has opened the door to computer technology learning, including two ITV studios which includes a Business Department where students develop real world marketable skills, from inventory to recordkeeping. This school is a learning institution that embraces the magnificent outdoor environment to create truly stimulating educational culture.
Of course, this beautiful community supports businesses including banquet facilities, banking, retail shopping and groceries. This town has it all while embracing its Big Bear Heritage and diverse logging resources.
The Northome Business Park, located two miles east of Northome on State Highway 1, has 40 acres, zoned M-1 with utilities, is ready for tenants. Twenty acres of the park are designated JOBZ.