As is shown by the wide range of company types in the list above, Salisbury has an interesting mix of industries. Newer sectors such as biotechnology also provide further opportunities; the NHS Innovations South West hub in the city is a good example, and has been created to take advantage of innovations developed by NHS employees.

The wider area of Wiltshire is set to enjoy future growth thanks to the range of regeneration plans set out for the region, including those for the city of Salisbury. Wiltshire has a diverse and forward-thinking economy, and also offers a particularly strong advanced manufacturing and engineering sector, employing almost 12% of the region's workforce.