Move your Business to Maine

Whether you and your business are revolutionizing an industry, looking for a better quality of life, or seeking a strategic location within a day’s drive of 90 million people, we believe you will find what you need in Maine. Our tight-knit business community thrives off Maine’s pioneering R&D ecosystem, strong trade organizations, and suite of business incentives. As part of our Ten-Year Economic Development Strategy and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Maine is making historic investments in innovation, renewable broadband. Moving to Maine will position your business to reap the benefits of these investments. Maine offers a variety of incentives to businesses that relocate to Maine, including tax breaks for investments in job creation. These incentives are complemented by a robust financing system and customizable workforce development programs. We think Maine is the perfect new home for your business, and we invite you to come visit and see why for yourself. In the meantime, check out the resources below, look at available commercial and industrial properties, or reach out to an advisor at the Office of Business Development who can help you discover why you should Choose Maine for Business. Jump to: Quality of Life Talent Location & Infrastructure Business Climate Incentives Key Industries Quality of Life Business location decisions are increasingly influenced by the quality of life workers can expect to experience in a community. The phrase "quality of life" is often used to describe why businesses locate in Maine. Work-life balance is central to Maine’s way of life. Maine people value hard work in balance with time off, time outside, and time with family. Few traffic jams and short commutes help you get to and from work quickly to have more time doing the things you like with the people you love. Maine is the ultimate four-season state, boasting beautiful beaches, tranquil lakes, majestic mountains, and some of the best skiing in the East. But Maine is so much more than an outdoor enthusiast state. Maine is also an art lovers’ paradise, with nine art museums, countless art galleries, antique shops and world-class theater and music venues. Additionally, Maine and the city of Portland rank as some of the nation’s top destinations for foodies. As you plant your roots you will quickly learn that Maine’s health care and education system are among the best in the nation. Maine is proud to be home to some of the highest rated hospitals in the country. Alongside historic investments in our business climate, Maine is also making investments to continue to improve and expand our already robust education and healthcare systems, ensuring your employees will love it if you Choose Maine for Business. Stats: 10 Portland chefs and restaurants named James Beard Award semifinalists - 2025 #1 safest state in the US – News and World Report, 2024 Portland, Bangor and South Portland on list of top five small cities in the northeast for starting a business - WalletHub, 2025 Maine has 3.500 miles of coastline, 6,000 lakes, and is the most forested state in the country. Talent As a state with one of the highest rates of adults with high school education or better, Maine has the talent your business needs to thrive. Maine is home to over 25 institutions of higher education, including 7 community colleges that work with employers and the Maine CareerCenters to provide customized workforce training. Maine also recognizes the importance of the trades and is investing in the future through our 27 technical education high schools.