Cost of Doing Business

The Greater Yuma region offers a powerful cost advantage, with a cost of doing business that is approximately 30% lower than major West Coast markets and up to 40% lower than California. These savings allow companies to maximize profitability while benefiting from Yuma’s strategic location, skilled workforce, and pro‑business environment. With affordable utilities, competitive real estate, shovel‑ready sites, and attractive state and federal tax incentives, Yuma delivers the ideal balance of cost efficiency and operational excellence—making it a smart, sustainable choice for businesses looking to expand or relocate.

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Low Income Flat Tax

Lowest Individual Income Flat Tax

At 2.5%, Arizona offers the lowest flat-tax in the nation. Of the 12 states with flat income taxes, none have rates lower than 3% except for Arizona.

Low Corporate Income Tax

Seventh Lowest Corporate Income Tax

At 4.9%, Arizona’s corporate income tax rate is among the lowest in the nation on a 100% sales factor apportionment formula.

Reduced Capital Gains

Reduced Capital Gains Tax

Arizona offers a reduced long-term capital gains tax that decreases taxes on assets acquired after 2011 up to 25%.

Reduced Property Tax

Reduced Property Assessment Ratio

In 2022, legislation reduced the Class 1 property assessment ratio to 15% by 2027, continuing a 10-year trend of reducing property taxes and resulting in a 25% decrease in Class 1 property taxes since 2012.

Reduced Depreciation

Personal Property Tax Reduction

Arizona has nearly eliminated personal property tax by reducing the taxable value of most personal property to 2.5% of purchase cost, resulting in an effective tax rate below 0.02%.

Zone Tax Benefits

Foreign Trade Zones

Arizona businesses in federally approved zones or sub-zones can access a reduced property tax assessment ratio of 5%, significantly lowering real and personal property taxes by nearly 70%.