Companies continue to choose Michigan to locate their headquarters and businesses, tapping into the concentration of talent available for professional and corporate services.
What Makes Michigan a Leader
Michigan has more than 186,000 workers employed in professional and corporate services industries, ranking 12th in the nation.
Michigan outperformed the U.S. in headquarters employment growth, increasing 18% between 2015 and 2019.
Michigan is home to 16 of the Fortune 500 companies.
Michigan’s professional and corporate services talent costs approximately one-third less than coastal markets.
Living in Michigan
Michigan’s attractive business climate is surpassed only by its natural beauty and active lifestyle. With four seasons, 11,000 lakes and the country’s longest freshwater coastline, Michigan offers ample opportunities to enjoy recreational activities like boating, fishing, golf, skiing, hiking and more. Michigan is also home to the highly regarded Detroit Institute of Arts, over 100 wineries, and is a craft beer destination. We also have the lowest cost of living of any state in the Midwest. When it comes to living and doing business, nothing compares to Pure Michigan.
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