DO BUSINESS IN CONNECTICUT
Find out why NBC Sports, Booking.com, RTC, Pratt & Whitney, Stanley Black & Decker and so many more headquarter in CT.
Capitalize on our strategic location
with easy access to Boston and New York and within 500 miles of 30% of the nation’s population, businesses and total jobs.
Welcome to Connecticut!
Whether you’re looking to move your family or a company, build a career or a business, you’ll feel right at home in Connecticut. Here you’ll find a haven for dreamers and doers—a dynamic blend of the historic and the groundbreaking, vibrant cities and scenic towns, emerging talent and established leaders. Explore this site to learn more about the key advantages of living, working, playing and doing business in Connecticut.
LIVE IN CONNECTICUT
See why Connecticut ranks among the nation’s top 10 places to raise a family.
WORK
IN CONNECTICUT
Just one advantage of working in CT: we average one of the shortest commute times of anywhere in the Northeast.
PLAY
IN CONNECTICUT
101 state parks and 2,000 miles of hiking trails are just a few of the reasons you won’t be able to stay indoors in CT.
Hear what others love about Connecticut
Residents of all ages and businesses of all types are thriving in Connecticut. Let them tell you why in their own words.
Hear about the many reasons to live, work and play in our great state.
WHY CONNECTICUT
A great place to live, work and play — embodying the revolutionary spirit it takes to innovate and succeed.
Unmatched in location and unparalleled in opportunity.
Just as it has been for centuries, Connecticut remains a haven for original ideas and fresh thinking. We are home to Fortune 500 companies and pioneering start-ups, established leaders and emerging innovators, natural resources and cultural treasures, nationally ranked schools and an exceptionally productive workforce. We invite you to be part of this dynamic blend of dreamers and doers who are inspired to lead their industries – and enjoy their lives.
Strategic Location
Connecticut is at the very epicenter of the northeastern U.S. economy. With easy access to Boston and New York, it costs less to reach one-third of the entire U.S. economy and two thirds of the Canadian market from here.
30% of the U.S. population,
total jobs and businesses are
within 500 miles of CT.
Quality of Life
Connecticut ranks among the nation’s top states for quality of life. Great public schools, scenic suburbs, a low crime rate, vibrant yet manageable cities, access to exceptional healthcare, and a diverse array of recreational options are just a few of the reasons why so many enjoy living here.
2,000 miles of hiking and bike
paths, including 51 miles of the
Appalachian Trail.
Exceptional Workforce
Connecticut’s workforce is among the nation’s most highly skilled —and highly productive. So whether you’re looking to staff your company with top talent or simply want to work alongside those you can respect and learn from, Connecticut is a great place for good people.
#3 in the U.S. for master’s
degrees and #8 for science and
engineering doctorates.
Vibrant Arts & Culture
Connecticut is alive with the arts — from nationally renowned art galleries and museums to award-winning theaters and cultural events, from historical sites and major concert venues to local galleries and community fairs. Learn about the diversity of experiences Connecticut offers you.
20 world-class museums
and home to 5 Tony Award-winning
regional producing theaters.
Growing Business Sectors
Long known as a leader in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, finance and insurance, Connecticut is also home to thriving sectors in bioscience, green energy, technology and digital media. This array of rapidly advancing industries positions the state for continued growth.
TOP 5 in the U.S. for
productivity of the workforce.
Key Facts & Figures
Review the research that proves why Connecticut is such a great state to live, work and play.
Hear from Our Workforce
Find out why others are raising their families and building their businesses here.
Things to See & Do
Experience the arts and explore the great outdoors, all in one small, amazing state.
DOING BUSINESS IN CONNECTICUT
Let us connect you to the resources you need to build your business in Connecticut.
The support you need for the future you want.
Connecticut provides a conducive environment for growth across a diverse array of businesses. From emerging entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies, we welcome all sizes of organizations across all types of industries, with businesses in advanced manufacturing, bioscience and insurance doing exceptionally well here. To explore the support Connecticut offers that may be most appropriate for your organization, select your industry sector OR your business size/type OR your specific objective below.
Explore Support by Industry Sector
From advanced manufacturing to bioscience, technology to tourism, search for industry-focused resources including financial assistance, tax incentives and technical expertise.
Explore Support by Business Size/Type
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a business or a commercial developer seeking to expand a footprint, find a wide range of programs to support your growth.
