For the 19th consecutive year, Utah has secured the number one spot for Economic Outlook in the latest Rich States, Poor States report. Published annually by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), the 2026 edition...
WorldAtlas recently recognized Layton City as one of the "8 Best Places to Live in Utah in 2026." This accolade comes at a time when Utah continues to dominate national rankings for economic success and...
Making homeownership a reality just got a little easier in Layton. The At Home in Layton program continues to support qualified buyers by providing a $10,000 grant designed to cover down payments, closing costs, or...
Recent reports and economic studies highlight Layton, Utah, as a top-tier destination for business operations. The city’s value proposition is built on a unique cooperation between high-tech defense industries, a young workforce, and a lower-than-average...
This month is a strong period for job searching in the aerospace sector, due to a combination of robust industry growth, persistent talent shortages, and typical end-of-year/end-of-quarter hiring dynamics. The 47G Careers/Job Search website is here to help with the aerospace and defense experiencing sustained expansion late in the year. Commercial aviation has recovered from […]
Read moreWhile virtual job fairs lack some in-person energy, the efficiency and reach of Utah’s upcoming Statewide Virtual Job Fair on January 8, 2026, definitely makes the time invested worthwhile. If you’re actively job hunting (or even exploring), the potential for direct employer interactions promises to outweigh your time spent. Many past participants report meaningful connections […]
Read moreIn 2025, Utah once again claimed the nation’s highest Social Capital Index score and has remained among the top-performing states for the past 12 years. The Utah Foundation’s Social Capital Index measures how well a state fosters “social capital”—the networks of relationships and trust that allow individuals and communities to thrive together. Utah excels largely […]
Read moreThe Utah Aerospace & Defense Day on the Hill is an annual networking and technology showcase event hosted by 47G — dedicated to fostering Utah’s ecosystem for aerospace, defense, and cyber businesses. It brings together industry leaders, startups, academic institutions, and government officials to highlight innovations, facilitate policy discussions, and build partnerships in the sector. […]
Read moreLayton, Utah is directly adjacent to and has historically provided primary access to Hill Air Force Base (Hill AFB), Utah’s largest single-site employer with over 26,000 employees and a $12.76 billion annual economic impact. Hill AFB facilitates seamless partnerships on defense contracts, aircraft maintenance, including the F-35 Lightning II program, and testing at the adjacent […]
Read moreThe 47G convention, officially called the Zero Gravity Summit, took place on Tuesday, November 4, and Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. This exciting two-day event, hosted by 47G (Utah Aerospace and Defense), was billed as one of the nation’s premier gatherings for national security, cybersecurity, […]
Read more