A good mix of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, excavation and architectural contractors support a healthy industrial base. 3M, the largest employer in town, employs 650 people, followed by Cabela's with over 500 employees. Other local businesses such as Design Homes, Inc., Quality Wood Treating Co., Inc., Miniature Precision Components Inc., McGregor Loudspeaker Manufacturing Inc., DSC Technologies, Prairie Industries and many others add depth to the industrial base of Prairie du Chien. Continued investment keeps these businesses competitive and growing in the global economy. These investments help keep up with the growth and market demands for products as far ranging as cellulose sponges, abrasive materials, floor products, satellite dishes, modular homes, treated wood, lumber, tools, animal feed compounds, automotive parts, and speaker components.
Local banks provide the necessary support for new or relocating businesses.
This, along with the modest corporate taxes, low costs for labor and materials, and a low cost of living affords businesses an excellent chance to grow and prosper. The combination of a good business portfolio, capital incentives and a strong labor force gives Prairie du Chien a good economic base to build on for many years to come. It is composed of the Mayor, twelve elected aldermen and a City Administrator. The city provides water services and also handles sanitation and recycling duties. Prairie du Chien, the county seat of Crawford County, shares law enforcement facilities with the Crawford County Sheriff's Department.