About Idaho Business

Idaho has a broad diversity of industry, from manufacturing to technology to agriculture. Two of the largest employers in the state are Micron Technology, one of the world's largest manufacturers of DRAM, and Hewlett-Packard Co., which has most of its Imaging and Printing business based in Boise. Idaho is also home to the giant J.R. Simplot Co., Hecla Mining and the Idaho National Laboratory.

Products in these sectors and others are used by consumers around the world. Idaho's top exports are high-tech, agricultural and wood and building products. Idaho is seeing growth in its industry sectors and has clusters developing in recreation technology, alternative energy, and aeronautics.

This is also a great place to start a new business. Idaho ranks first in the nation for entrepreneurial activity, according to the Kauffman Foundation.

Forbes ranked Idaho 7th in the nation of top states for business,and 3rd for our economic climate.

Boise, the capital city, ranked 2nd for best cities in the nation for business and careers. Idaho has the lowest crime rate in the Western United States, the best short-term employment growth and the most new companies according to surveys.

Take a look at our incentives, news and story ideas, and economic development contacts from around the state. If you need any assistance, visit our contacts list and we'd be happy to help.