Owego, Tioga County’s seat, features a historic downtown core and a business park east of Route 17. The town and Tioga County IDA offer PILOT agreements, workforce training subsidies, and low‑cost utility extensions for technology firms, agri‑food producers, and artisans. Mixed‑use infill in the village—particularly along Main Street—is delivering storefront retail, cafes, and office space. Large tract land near the regional airport and exit 64 has supported logistics, maker‑space, and flex‑industrial speculative development. Proximity to Binghamton and Elmira gives it commuter‑friendly appeal and influential market dynamics.