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Expand or Relocate your Business in Idaho

Idaho, a state with natural beauty, abundant farm land and an exceptional array of recreational opportunities is truly a magnificent place to live and work. Idaho offers a quality of life that is dreamed of by most and sought after by many.

Idaho is teeming with opportunities for business. Did you know that Idaho is ranked 9th in the nation of top states for business by Forbes and 10th for our economic climate? Boise, our capital city, is ranked the 9th best city in the nation for business and careers.

Surprised? Here are a few more statistics on why Idaho consistently receives the nod from the business and financial community as a state where business thrives.

  • Number Two in Patents Issued Per Capita
  • Second Lowest Energy Costs in the Nation
  • Number Seven for Renewable Energy Source Electricity Generation 
  • Predictable Tax and Regulatory Policies
  • Lowest Crime Rate in the Western United States
  • Best Overall Change in the Poverty Rate  
  • Best Vacation Value
  • Low Business Costs

Idaho is here to offer you a diverse economy with a skilled and educated workforce, state of the art public facilities and a willingness to cultivate next generation technologies.

We welcome you to see for yourselves why Idaho is the best place to do business by calling our Economic Development professionals at 800-842-5858.

Business Events

Jun
25
IGEM Council Meeting

Agenda for IGEM Council Meeting: Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Sep
09 - 10
5th Annual Small Business Conference and Tradeshow

Idaho...Business is Easy Here

Idaho Companies on Inc. Magazine's 5000 Fastest Growing Companies


Economic Modeling Specialists, Inc. - Moscow
McMillen Engineering - Boise
PolicyTech - Rexburg
Portage Environmental Inc. - Idaho Falls
M2M Communications - Boise
Owyhee Group Companies - Eagle
Bodybuilding.com - Meridian
Sunshine Minting - Coeur d'Alene
Pita Pit USA - Coeur d'Alene
Pure Heath Solutions - Sandpoint
B & B Builders - Rigby
North Wind Environmental - Idaho Falls
Fisher's Document Systems - Boise
Petra Inc. - Meridian
Portage Inc. - Idaho Falls

Recent Business News

06.17.13 Frozen MOTO Entertains Russian Buyers in Idaho’s Great Outdoors

Frozen MOTO, a start-up company from Lewiston, is quickly gaining international attention and recognition for its groundbreaking snow bikes. Earlier this year, the company entertained a group of Russian buyers, demonstrated the snow bikes and showed how well the snow bikes performed on various terrains.

06.13.13 2013-2014 Grant Program Announced by Idaho Film Office

The Idaho Film Office is now accepting applications for its successful grant program designed to help Idaho media production workers develop their skills. The goal of the program is to provide training opportunities for the growing filmmaking/new media workforce in Idaho through hands-on production experience on an eligible project.

06.12.13 Idaho: Home Base for Whitewater Fun

Grab your sunscreen, swimsuit, life jacket and paddle -- whitewater action is just a splash – or entry - away! Idaho has more whitewater than any state in the lower 48. With a solid snowpack and excellent water conditions statewide, whitewater enthusiasts are packing their gear and heading out for Class II-V rafting, kayaking and SUP (Stand-up Paddleboard) adventures.