Butler County Expands in Healthcare and Life Sciences
Butler County provides the workforce, institutions, and healthcare assets necessary for companies in the life sciences, biotech, and advanced healthcare services. The county’s hospital network, research partnerships, and workforce training align to meet the growing demand for innovation and patient care. Proximity to Cincinnati and Dayton connects companies to a regional cluster of health systems, universities, and life sciences firms.
Workforce and Training Align with Industry Demand
- 7,883 annual completions in healthcare programs within 50 miles
- Butler Tech Healthcare Science pathway and Bioscience Center train allied health, medical assisting, CNA, and phlebotomy students
- New CGMP training lab supports bioscience and pharmaceutical manufacturing workforce needs
- Additional pipelines from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Galen College of Nursing, and Miami University Nursing programs.
Institutions and Companies Drive Growth
- Regional hospitals include TriHealth, Kettering Health, Premier Health, and facilities in Hamilton, Middletown, and Oxford
- Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center operates advanced facilities, including the Proton Therapy Center
- DiaPharma Group, Inc., in West Chester, distributes diagnostic kits, bioreagents, and instruments across the life sciences sector
- Expanding hospital and research infrastructure strengthens the local industry base
Regional Advantage Strengthens Life Sciences
- Cincinnati’s life sciences sector has grown 21 percent in jobs over the last five years
- Proximity to regional universities supports R&D collaboration and talent development
- Location connects to major health systems and research hubs across Cincinnati and Dayton
Butler County positions healthcare and life sciences firms to scale operations, access skilled talent, and connect with one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing clusters.