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Friday, November 30, 2018

Forbes Best States for Business: Hawaii Ranks 46th

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Best States For Business -- Hawaii Profile

Forbes, November, 2018

Tourism and the U.S. military are the significant drivers of Hawaii’s $92 billion economy. Hawaii has one of the most onerous business tax situations. Another drawback: the highest cost of living in the U.S. Hawaii’s median home price of $708,000 is $115,000 more than any other state. Tough to beat the weather though.

Hawaii -- #46 Best States for Business

At a Glance

  • Population: 1,427,500
  • Governor: David Ige
  • Median Household Income: $76,072
  • Job Growth (2018): 1.8%
  • Cost of Doing Business: 21.2% above nat'l avg.
  • College Attainment: 32.9%
  • Net Migration (2017): -3,300
  • Moody's Bond Rating: Aa1

read … Forbes Hawaii Profile

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