In addition, Mariposa County already has many small home-based businesses who thrive here without licensing or local taxing regulations. While the county's proximity to major job and commerce markets of the central valley is important, fiber optics and the availability of high tech telecommunications features throughout much of the county's phone system has also made telecommuting and high speed data transfers possible. Two local Internet providers service the area as well providing top notch service. The hand-out from the Board included reports on past, present, and future infrastructure projects, land use, and transportation activities. Housing and Education Affordable housing throughout the county offers a good quality of life for the whole family and has made the area a wonderful place to raise a family or retire.
County schools are excellent, winning awards of distinction for their performance.
They have low drop-out rates and high community, parental and teacher involvement to give students a good start in life. Economic Profiles and Demographics Statistics on the county's demographics and economic data present a capsule view of many aspects of the county's population as well as employment, sales, housing and income information. These profiles will be available on this site in the near future, or you may contact EDC as listed below. Economic Development Corporation Founded to facilitate a transition from the tourist-based economy the county has enjoyed over the years, the EDC's mission statement above clearly amplifies its position to promote sustainable economic growth in the county while maintaining its pristine environment and natural beauty.