VALLEJO
Vallejo combines waterfront opportunity, historic assets, skilled talent, and strategic Bay Area access to create a dynamic environment for business growth and investment.
WHY VALLEJO WORKS
Vallejo is the largest city in Solano County and a community rich in diversity and amenities. It is home to three higher education institutions, two outstanding regional hospitals, vibrant historic districts, and a thriving waterfront along the San Francisco Bay.
Vallejo offers a vibrant cultural arts scene with the Empress Theatre, Symphony, galleries, museums, and numerous community festivals. Residents and visitors enjoy recreational opportunities including golf, a marina, waterfront activities, and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.
QUICK FACTS
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Vallejo offers major opportunities in waterfront redevelopment, Mare Island, craft beverage production, advanced manufacturing, industrial growth, and mixed-use development.
Mare Island
Located on the Napa River and San Francisco Bay, Mare Island is a mixed-use development featuring 1,400 homes and 7 million square feet of non-residential space, with amenities including a high-speed ferry terminal.
Waterfront
A 52-acre mixed-use development adjacent to Vallejo’s Ferry Terminal, featuring office, residential, and open space amenities for a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly environment.
Craft Beverage Industry
Vallejo is emerging as a hub for the craft beverage industry, with new distilleries, wineries, and breweries opening and offering prime production and tasting facilities.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Vallejo’s advanced manufacturing sector supports a variety of industries, including clean tech, maritime, metal manufacturing, and heavy civil engineering.
Commercial & Residential Development Projects
Propel Vallejo General Plan 2040 envisions vibrant mixed-use corridors, walkable neighborhoods, and employment centers shaping Vallejo’s future development.
BUSINESS SNAPSHOT
Vallejo is home to a diverse mix of advanced manufacturing, maritime, craft beverage, specialty food, auto, and industrial businesses that support the city’s growing economic base.
SELECTED BUSINESSES
| Company | Product / Service |
|---|---|
| Kindred Motorworks | Auto market |
| Alstom | Refurbishes and repair trains |
| Factory_OS | Modular Homes |
| Mare Island Dry Dock | Ship repair |
| Mare Island Brewing | Craft beverage |
| Vino Godfather | Wine tasting |
| Liled’s Candy Kitchen | In-store made ice cream and chocolates |
| Ghiringhelli’s Specialty Foods | Specialty foods for private label customers |
| Expedition Imports | Custom build off-road vehicles |
| Earthquake Protection Systems | Seismic isolation bearing manufacturer |
| Lippincott Supply | Bolts and nuts manufacturer |
| XKT Engineering | Steel fabricator |
| Western Dovetail Inc. | Wooden household furniture |