Nagaon's economy is predominantly agrarian, supported by a robust trading and commercial sector.
* **Haibargaon**: Located across the Kolong River, Haibargaon is the commercial nucleus of central Assam. It is a major trading center for agricultural produce, hardware, textiles, and consumer goods. * **Agriculture and Agro-based Industries**: The surrounding region is one of Assam's largest producers of rice, jute, and vegetables. Rice mills, jute processing units, and mustard oil mills form a significant part of the local industrial landscape. * **Retail and Commerce**: The city center features bustling markets, retail outlets, and banking institutions that serve both the urban population and the surrounding rural communities. * **Small-Scale Industries**: Handloom and handicraft cooperatives are vital to the local economy, producing traditional Assamese textiles like *Mekhela Chador*.
