Columbus, and Indiana in general, provides a great low-cost of doing business while providing world-class amenities.

Comparisons and Statistics:

• Cost Comparisons:

  • Midwest

  • Eastern States

  • Western States

  • Southern States

• State Incentives

To see what makes Columbus, Indiana such an uncommon, world-class business atmosphere talk to the Columbus Economic Development Board

Total State Business Taxes (per $100 of payroll)
Indiana	($172,133)
Illinois	($274,802)
Kentucky	($243,409)
Michigan	($302,811)
Ohio	($257,124)
Pennsylvania	($309,418)
Tennessee	($250,874)
Texas	($308,238)

Source: U.S. Department of Labor

Worker's Compensation Rate by State
Indiana	($1.88)
Tennessee	($4.27)
Kentucky	($4.05)
Michigan	($4.28)
Ohio	($4.00)
Pennsylvania	($4.24)
Illinois	($3.65)
Texas	($5.57)

Source: Actuarial & Technical Solutions

Industrial Electricity Costs (cents/kWh)
Indiana	($.040
Illinois	($.049)
Kentucky	($.032)
Michigan	($.047)
Pennsylvania	($.058)
Ohio	($.047)
Tennessee	($.043)
Texas	($.053)

Source: CCH, Inc.