Idaho’s Business-Friendly Climate
Save money the Idaho way.
It’s no wonder Idaho is such an attractive place for doing business. Our operating costs are low, our tax structure is predictable and our companies benefit from a variety of tax incentives, property tax exemptions and workforce training grants.
The time is now.
There’s no better time to launch or expand your business in Idaho. Thanks to a combination of low taxes, a balanced state budget and a commonsense regulatory environment, our economy is one of the strongest in the nation.
SKILLED WORKFORCE
Workforce with a Western spirit.
Idaho’s Western spirit has created a hardworking, can-do culture, and it shows in our workforce. Our employees are dedicated and highly skilled, and our colleges and universities collaborate with the private sector to customize programs that meet the needs of Idaho businesses.
INFRASTRUCTURE & ACCESS TO MARKET
Get there fast.
Businesses cite Idaho’s easy access to key markets throughout the U.S. and beyond as a major factor in their decision to locate here. With major rail line access to key U.S. seaports in Portland and Seattle, one-to-two-day shipping to every western state, and nonstop service to nearly 20 major U.S. air hubs, Idaho’s in the strategic sweet spot for easy distribution of goods.
ENTREPRENEURIAL CULTURE
See where an idea can take you.
Whether you specialize in technology, agriculture or manufacturing, you’ll find driven, like-minded professionals who share a passion for success in Idaho.
Idaho’s vibrant entrepreneurial culture is heralded as one of the best in the country. We’re in the top 10 for places to launch a new business and CNBC reported Idaho as the number three state for business friendliness in 2018, not to mention we consistently place as a top state for patents per capita.
Idaho’s globally competitive and innovative business community is ready to help you take your business to the next level.