Why Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania Works Smarter

Governor Josh Shapiro with Amazon Employees holding the ribbon during inauguration

The Fuel for Future-Forward Thinking

So, why PA? Maybe a better question is: why go anywhere else?

Pennsylvania delivers an experienced workforce, world class higher education institutions, and a prime East Coast location near four of the nation’s 10 largest markets. All that, plus an exceptional quality of life. Here, innovation thrives with vibrant communities and a dynamic business ecosystem dedicated to getting it done.

Home to the innovative and ingenious, Pennsylvania is the most economically diverse state in the nation. We’re a powerful energy producer, leader in academic research, and hub of agriculture and advanced manufacturing. And we’re ready to fuel business success. Our business-friendly tax climate is designed for growth — we’re on track to cut the corporate net income tax rate down to 4.99% by 2031, making it among the lowest in the nation. Combine that with nationally ranked universities fostering top talent and a robust transportation infrastructure that connects companies to the world, and you’ll see why Pennsylvania is a place where big ideas grow — and so can businesses. Home to 20 Fortune 500 companies, state-of-the-art R&D facilities, and more than one million small businesses, Pennsylvania is where a rich history meets your promising future.

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Six regions. Endless opportunities.

Spanning 309 miles from east to west, Pennsylvania is a collection of thriving regions-each with its own distinct character and competitive edge. Look to the tech-forward hubs of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia for innovation or to the well-connected industrial networks in Erie or the Lehigh Valley for seamless logistics and abundant talent pools. Whatever your business needs, there's a region ready to meet them.

Aerial image of Harrisburg during sunset

Pennsylvania

A prime East Coast location with

an exceptional quality of life

#7 Best State to Start a Business

Forbes Advisor, 2024
3 of Top 100 Global Universities U.S. News & World Report, 2026
20 Number of Fortune 500 Companies Located in Pennsylvania Visual Capitalist, 2024
6.5 Million Strong Workforce U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
26th Largest Economy in the World World Bank Group, 2024