That means helping workers gain new skills for the emerging economy, and helping companies maintain that workforce. It means helping communities improve their infrastructure, competitiveness and efficiency. It means helping global businesses grow aggressively and responsibly. In short, it means making Indiana the very best place to live and work. We know that we are operating from a position of strength.
Unemployment is at an all-time low.
We have lower state and local taxes than any of our Midwest competitors. Indiana is consistently near the top of the nation in home ownership rate. When you combine that with our low cost of living and low utility rates, doing business in Indiana makes sense. The state of Indiana has long been known for its industrial and agricultural prowess. But our new-economy successes are making headlines today.