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Meridian is Business Friendly
City Practices
The City of Meridian is business friendly. Improved business assistance, policies and streamlined processes are the practice of Meridian. Today, Meridian’s economy is prospering because of good interdepartmental practices and the City’s commitment to develop and improve quality of life. The City also maintains a healthy and safe environment, low crime rate, and an up-to-date and well-maintained infrastructure -- all part of the mix that makes Meridian a great place to do business.
Saving Business' Time
The City saves business' valuable time through reduced permit processing time, improved customer service, and minimal red tape.
Making Information Easy to Attain
The City makes information easy to obtain with new, helpful publications, an expanded web site, and economic development assistance. Meridian offers permit and code assistance, problem solving, and project troubleshooting for companies interested in developing or expanding in the area.
Growth & Benefits
Meridian, one of Idaho's fastest-growing cities, is located in the most populated area of the state and is the center of the Boise Metropolitan area. This area includes the world headquarters for 12 major corporations with a combined annual sales volume exceeding $38 billion, including Boise Corporation, Washington Group International, Trus-Joist, Albertson's, the J.R. Simplot Company, Micron Technology, Hewlett Packard, United Heritage, Computrol, Jackson Food Stores, Blue Cross of Idaho, and Western Equipment Company.
- Idaho is ranked 7th best in the nation in overall cost of doing business. The region is a successful environment for manufacturing for world-renowned computer and electronics companies. This thriving industrial environment is driven by two key factors: a low cost of doing business and access to an exceptionally productive workforce. Some of the lowest utility costs in the West and competitive labor rates keep these manufacturing companies as leaders in the global market place.
- Meridian offers a wide spectrum of retail merchants, manufacturers, high-tech business, and professional services. Downtown includes an Old Town business district with a selection of quaint shops and restaurants. Meridian's community spirit and active civic groups welcome new residents and businesses.
- Newsweek magazine refers to Idaho's capital city, Boise, as "one of the hottest high-tech cities." Forbes ranks both Boise as one of the best places in the nation to start a high tech firm, thanks to their growth rate of high-tech manufacturing companies. Boise also topped Forbes list as the #1 city for business and careers. Meridian, minutes away from Boise, benefits from the prosperity and ripe business prospects in the area.
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