Fort Smith Metropolitan Is Recognized
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For the second time this year, a nationally-distributed business magazine has recognized the Fort Smith Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which includes Sequoyah and Leflore Counties, as among the best places for doing business in the United States.

The Fort Smith MSA is ranked 10th in Cost of Doing Business for Best Small Places for Business, based on cost of labor, energy, taxes and office space.

In the Cost of Living category, Fort Smith MSA ranks 23rd, based on cost of housing, utilities, transportation and other expenditures.

"Forbes" Magazine collaborated with Economy.com to compile the list, based on a number of factors, including cost of doing business, cost of living, crime rate, job growth, and other quantifiable criteria.

In March, "Inc. Magazine" using similar measurable data, listed the Fort Smith MSA as a Top 25 City for Your Business for a small metro area.

The complete Forbes' listings are available at www.forbes.com.
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