Illinois Franchise Opportunities
Illinois is a noted bellwether of the United States—it’s been a predictor of trends, and is home to a diverse economy and peoples.
Why Illinois?
With the powerhouse of Chicago, strong agricultural business, tons of natural resources and positioned as a transportation hub, Illinois has many things working in its favor and would be a fantastic place to open a franchise.
Chicago Calling
Chicago is the heart of Illinois: home to nearly 2.7 million people (and 9.5 million in the metropolitan area), the busiest airport in the world and eight major sports franchises. There is opportunity here that rivals New York City, and you could easily make this the home of your franchise, as well.
If Chicago doesn’t appeal to you, consider looking at Aurora, Joliet, Rockford, Springfield or Peoria.
Taxes in the Land of Lincoln
Illinois has a 7 percent flat corporate income tax, along with flat rate personal income tax of 3.75 percent, a personal property replacement tax (2.5 percent for traditional corporations, 1.5 percent for others), and an annual franchise tax.
Illinois by the Numbers
- There are 1.2 million small businesses in Illinois, which make up 98.3 percent of all employers.
- Illinois has a GDP of $609.6 billion and an unemployment rate of 6.2 percent.
New Mexico Franchise Opportunities
If you want a state that offers a multitude of incentives for opening a business, low income taxes and plenty of room to set up shop, New Mexico could be a stellar place for you to being a new adventure in franchising!
Texas Franchise Opportunities
Everything may be bigger in Texas, but it ranks second in many things: population, size of the state and GDP. Still, that’s enough to make it one of the biggest, most productive states out there, with enough barbecue, chili and cowboys for all.
Wyoming Franchise Opportunities
Although Wyoming has the smallest population and almost the lowest population density, the federal government owns nearly half the land in the state because it’s filled with such magical displays of nature. Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Devils Tower and many more could all be in your backyard if you decide to start your next franchise in Wyoming!
