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McDonald County, MIssouri

your chamber

The purpose of the McDonald County Chamber of Commerce is to serve our members as the voice of the business community; to promote planned economic growth; to foster community interaction and provide information, leadership and support in the McDonald County business community.

Businesses

McDonald County is all about local businesses delivering an experience not just a product. Our businesses in the McDonald County area are friendly and responsive striving to meet the challenges of a growing community. An annual business expo is held at the McDonald County High School.

Local Tourism

Enjoy an afternoon in McDonald County floating on the Elk River. The Elk River is rated a class I-II, making it ideal for beginners or just a relaxing. Lay back, and enjoy a day scenic environment around you, experience nature in it's fullest. The Elk River offers gorgeous scenery with many "rest stops" and clean, cool, clear water!

Welcome to McDonald County

The Best Place to Visit . Work . Live

Discover mcDonald County

The rivers and streams in the Ozark’s offer some of the most fun and most scenic outdoor adventures in the Show-Me State. From leisurely float trips to an adventurous rafting trip, there’s a river trip for everyone’s experience level. Floats ranging from an hour to several days are out there, so put on your life jacket and get on the water for a float trip, McDonald County style.

A great Place to Live

McDonald County, located in the southwestern corner of Missouri has a population of 22,763. The County Seat is Pineville. The county was organized in 1849 and named for Sergeant Alexander McDonald, a soldier in the American Revolutionary War. The county has three sites on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Old McDonald County Courthouse and the Powell Bridge.

economics of our county

McDonald County has achieved official designation as a Certified Work Ready Community, and is now certified in offering high-speed fiber access to Pineville, Anderson, and surrounding areas.

If your looking to relocate to McDonald County for Industry or Leisure, we hope these reports are helpul to you.

MOKAN Partnership

Many thanks to everyone at the MOKAN partnership for the work they’re doing to facilitate economic growth within the 7 counties they serve.

2021 EMSI Survey

It’s always interesting to learn about economics, right?
This information helps you make decisions related to relocation, starting a business and much more.