Tax Credits & Exemptions
- Calhoun is ready to embrace any new industry or business, and provides a 10-year property tax exemption on any equipment and machinery. This exemption results in about a 50% reduction in ad valorem taxes.
- State income tax credits are available for companies engaged in manufacturing or producing alternative energy.
- Jobs Tax Credits/Rebates for businesses that bring new jobs to the state.
- TVA energy credits for businesses moving to the State for the first time.
- State income tax credits for existing manufacturers who invest at least $1 million in buildings and equipment.
- Sales & Use Tax Credits for out-of-state businesses that locate/transfer national or regional headquarters to MS.
Loans & Grants
- Low interest loans for existing businesses
- R&D and technology based loans
- Loans for “at risk” industry
Momentum Mississippi
- A program that provides tax credits and incentives to existing business and high-tech non-manufacturing industries
- Provides funding from state bonds
Training Assistance
- New businesses and expansions of existing business can receive (at no cost) assistance in training new employees, including development of training programs and use of training instructors.
- The assistance is coordinated via our local community colleges and WIN Centers.