For the first time ever, Ohio is America's No. 1 state for business. It took all of us. Join the celebration honoring the founders, operators, builders, and public servants who made it happen.
CNBC named Ohio America's Top State for Business for 2026, beating North Carolina by nine points and becoming the first Midwestern state to lead since 2015. Here is what put us over the top.
The nation's best infrastructure, anchored by the 4th largest interstate highway and freight rail networks, abundant power, and shovel ready sites. It was the top weighted category this year.
Among the lowest business costs in America, paired with some of the most affordable housing and cost of living in the country, so companies and their people both come out ahead.
Intel's historic semiconductor investment, Anduril's $910M manufacturing campus, and Joby Aviation's advanced air mobility site. Team Ohio is landing the projects that define the next economy.
This Top State recognition belongs to Team Ohio. Ohio succeeds because state government, JobsOhio, regional partners, and local communities all work toward the same goal.
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