More Bang, Less Buck

When you choose a location for your business, you’re investing in more than just your company–you’re also investing in the community. Invest with confidence in Georgia, knowing that your return will be supported by our state’s affordability and financial stability.

• #1 State for Business
• Low cost of doing business among major metros
• Pro-business regulatory environment

The year-round warm weather and coastal views might entice people to move here, but when paired with Savannah’s low cost of doing business and Georgia’s business friendly reputation, there’s even more reason to stay here.

Overall, the buck goes further in Georgia than any comparable city on the eastern half of the country. That same buck goes even further in Savannah where the quality of life is high and the cost of doing business (which includes office rent, labor, energy and other business expenses) stands below the national average.

Friendly Regulatory Environment

Georgia's friendly tax structure and below average operating costs coupled with the other incentives make it attractive to companies. Labor laws and other relevant business regulations are not more stringent than federal requirements, benefiting corporate headquarters.

The state's corporate income tax is among the lowest in the nation and is based on a single-factor apportionment weighted solely on sales receipts in Georgia. Local taxes are confined to sales and use and ad valorem property taxes. Furthermore, no Georgia municipality can charge a local income tax.

Additionally, a variety of tax reduction programs and business incentives are available to companies that relocate to or expand in Georgia.