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Georgia Among Best States to Do Business | Georgia Department for Economic Development Search We Speak Business Hear from some of the world's leading brands on why they choose Georgia. Play Video Play We Speak Business Video Why Georgia Pro-Business Environment Incentives Workforce & Education Infrastructure Global Advantage Research & Development Life in Georgia Pro-Business Environment Leaders in the best states for business make decisions that foster a skilled workforce, reliable infrastructure, low taxes and high state credit ratings. Georgia gives you all of these — and something more: consistency . Want proof? Check out the companies that planted roots here. And listen to the words of business leaders who came to Georgia – and stayed — below. Georgia’s consistent ‘best state for business’ rankings prove our commitment Area Development magazine named Georgia No. 1 for business – for 12 straight years (2014-25). Georgia’s dedication to logistics, workforce training, and business-friendly environment continues attract growth to the state. Additionally, Georgia’s workforce training program, Quick Start has ranked as one of the top programs in the nation. Area Development’s rankings reflect the views of industry experts across a dozen characteristics of business-friendly states. One of those is Cooperative and Responsive State Government. Area Development noted Georgia’s “longstanding reputation” in this category, citing “reasonable statutes, sound economic development policy and strong business development support.” Site Selection magazine ranked Georgia “No. 1 for Business” eight consecutive years (2013-20). That’s based on an analysis of announced projects, the state’s tax climate and a thorough survey of site selection professionals. What matters most about rankings is whether a state holds a high position in several categories over many years. Georgia’s done just that. Read the full guide The state of fiscal strength Business in Georgia begins with fiscal responsibility. Here’s what that looks like: Low taxes: In 2025, Georgia lowered the corporate tax rate to 5.19%. Before then, it was 5.39%. Georgia also has single factor apportionment, with in-state sales being the only factor determining your state income tax liability. High state credit ratings: Georgia is one of nine states with the highest credit marks. For 21 consecutive years, Georgia has maintained the highest bond ratings from each of the Big Three – Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s. Fiscal discipline: In Georgia, a balanced state budget is required by law. Georgia also maintains one of the lowest debt-per-capita levels in the nation. The state also ranks No. 1 for both favorable regulatory environment and cooperative and responsive government categories by Area Development in 2025. See the tax credits and tax exemptions that benefit your company. Read the full guide Successful companies take root in Georgia 440 of the Fortune 500 compani
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