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Forget the world. Mississippi is your oyster.

Overcrowded market? Hardly. Red tape? Nowhere in sight. In Mississippi, you’ll find a business community ripe with opportunity, a cooperative and responsive state government, access to key markets and one of the top 10 states with the lowest cost of doing business. Our highways, commercial airports, railways and ports also give businesses access to major markets, both domestic and international.

With a variety of established companies including Lockheed Martin, Milwaukee Tool and Huntington Ingalls — the sky (or space) is the limit in Mississippi. Bring your aspirations here, and we’ll show you the opportunity.

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Where business gets it done

Some states have talent but no character. Mississippi takes pride in being a land of doers. Learn what our major employers are saying about what makes Mississippi so mighty.

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Business Climate

Well-known for its low corporate tax rate, Mississippi offers a stable environment for company economics. Read more about state taxes here.

Education & Workforce

With 37 in-state colleges and universities, Mississippi talent keeps on flowing just like the river. Check out our talented workforce.

Infrastructure

All roads lead to Mississippi — and all rivers, railways and flight paths, too. Explore our modes of transit.

Major Employers

Whether it’s tech, manufacturing, life sciences or any other industry, you’ll be in good company in the Magnolia State. Find out about our business community here.

Company Cluster Map

Explore our interactive map to see where companies are clustered within different industries in Mississippi.

Utilities & Permitting

With its fast permitting speed and solid communication network, Mississippi gets businesses started quickly with numerous cost-saving advantages. Check out our utilities and permitting process.

Living in Mississippi

With average housing costs 40% lower than the national average, it’s no wonder Mississippi is a great place to live. Learn more about living.

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Key Industries

Discover Mississippi's six key industries, the innovators doing business here and the workforce that supports their growth.

Sites & Buildings Search

Discover a range of shovel-ready sites, industrial parks, buildings and corporate real estate in Mississippi to suit your business needs. Get started with your search.