Crafted in Yates
DISCOVER WHY YATES COUNTY IS YOUR NEXT MOVE
Learn to be Local
WHAT YATES OFFERS
Living here isn’t just about finding a place - it’s about finding your place and discovering a sense of belonging.
Yates County offers more than just beautiful views; it’s a thriving community where you can build a meaningful life, connect with like-minded people, and create lasting memories. From hidden gems like cozy local cafés and family-owned shops to award-winning wineries and breweries to a buzzing arts and music scene, there’s always something to explore. Spend your weekends hiking scenic trails, enjoying lake activities on Keuka, Canandaigua, or Seneca Lakes, or discovering the area’s rich history.
Tap into the pulse of a region rich in natural beauty and local craftsmanship, where each corner of our community invites you to feel more connected and more at home.
Grow Your Business Here
Yates County has been the No. 1 County in the Greater Rochester / Finger Lakes Region since 2000 in:
Total Job Growth:
19%
Tourism Spending Increase:
68%
Median Home Value Increase:
20%
Total Manufacturing Job Growth:
29%
Your Business. Our Support.
How We Help
Ready to make your business dreams a reality? The Finger Lakes Economic Development Center (FLEDC) has your back! We’ve been recognized globally by the International Economic Development Council as one of the top-performing organizations in the world. Whether you’re an entrepreneur launching your passion project, relocating your business to Yates County, or looking to grow what you’ve already built, FLEDC is here to help you succeed.
Let’s take your business to the next level—together.
What We’ve Accomplished
FLEDC News & Updates
The FLEDC believes that small businesses drive the economy and has made Yates County a hub for entrepreneurship. We have helped more than 100 small businesses get off the ground via low-interest loans, grants, low-cost space, and business planning assistance.
Home. Opportunity. Adventure.
Whether it’s the vibrant arts and music scene, the booming craft beverage industry, or outdoor recreation on the picturesque Keuka, Canandaigua, and Seneca Lakes, there’s something for everyone. With a rich history of farming, food, and creativity, Yates County is the perfect place to live, work, and play.
Craft Beverage Scene
Arts & Culture
Recreation & Well-Being
Farms & Local Foods
Crafted in Yates
Your Wine & Craft Beverage Hub
Looking to dive into the heart of the Finger Lakes wine scene? Yates County is where it's at! Yates County is home to more than 35, and counting, family-owned wineries and is the second-largest grape producer in New York State. These wineries don’t just make world-class wine—they create jobs for over 750 people and pump more than $30 million into the local economy every year.
And it doesn’t stop at wine. Yates County is quickly becoming a major player in the craft beverage game with microbreweries, local hops growers, and even distilleries. Whether you’re looking to work in the industry or just enjoy the fruits of the region, Yates is where passion and craft come together.
What’s Going on in Yates County
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