OKLAHOMA: Best Places to Start a Business in Oklahoma has a reputation among entrepreneurs. The Sooner State is friendly, and its blend of economic pluses and perks make it a great place to start a business. The state offers a range of incentives, as well as low operational costs, a low rate of unemployment and a low cost of living.
Oklahoma ranked seventh in the nation for small-business friendliness in a survey of entrepreneurs by Thumbtack and the Kauffman Foundation. Incentives for entrepreneurs to operate in Oklahoma include the Small Employer Quality Jobs Program, which is specifically aimed at companies with 90 or fewer employees. Small-business incubators throughout the state provide business owners with resources, services and professional advice.
Along with local chambers of commerce, Oklahoma Small Business Development Centers offer entrepreneurs additional resources to get started and thrive. Other resources to help entrepreneurs in Oklahoma include Nerd Wallet’s Small Business Guide. For financing, which is critical for all owners, take a look at Nerd Wallet’s comparison of small-business loans for a variety of needs.
