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One of the major advantages to doing business in Southwest Indiana are the low tax rates. Following are some examples and comparisons.
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Average Net Workers' Compensation Insurance Costs - 2001

Indiana's well-managed and well-funded program keeps costs low. Rates vary widely from state to state and have a profound impact on the cost of doing business

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Average State Unemployment Insurance Compensation Benefits

State regulated unemployment compensation benefits are quite low in the Midwest. Companies with industry in Indiana experience very low unemployment costs.

Source: US Department of Labor, UI Summary

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State & Local Taxes per $1,000 of Personal Income
State
Ranking
Total Taxes
Indiana
1
99.85
Illinois
2
103.54
Ohio
3
104.35
Kentucky
4
107.54
California
5
109.45
Michigan
6
115.07
Wisconsin
7
127.33
New York
8
147.10
US Average
110.59
Industrial Average
113.37
Midwest Average
108.73
Source: Indiana Tax Climate, Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute
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