Maryland

Be Moved.


You won't find innovation and opportunity like this anywhere else in America. From our innovative businesses, to our diverse community, the essence of what makes Maryland special might be America's best kept secret. But it's our time to shine, and we welcome you to shine with us.

– Maryland Governor Wes Moore
Stay up to date on doing business in Maryland.

WHY MARYLAND

5 REASONS BUSINESSES TURN TO MARYLAND

40% of Marylanders hold a bachelor's degree or higher, ranking fourth in the nation. Nearly 20% of Marylanders have a graduate or professional degree, ranking Maryland second in the nation. More on workforce.

One of the best-performing power grids in the nation, broadband access for 95% of the state, and a connected transportation infrastructure. More on infrastructure.

With D.C. as our neighbor, the nation’s decision makers are in our backyard, and in our prime mid-Atlantic location, and our location is about as good as it gets. More on location.

Maryland is one of the most diverse states in the U.S., and home to renowned cultural institutions. More on culture.

From our highly ranked early education systems, to our leading universities, and everything in between, Maryland prides itself on education. More on education.

#2

Safest City (Columbia)

#2

Federal obligations for R&D

#3

Most educated state

#1

Most diverse state (East Coast)

FACTS & FIGURES  

BIG MOVES, BIG RETURNS

INNOVATION LIVES HERE

In Maryland, you’ll find an entrepreneurial spirit that’s welcoming, challenging, and most of all, inspiring. Get to know the people behind Maryland’s groundbreaking innovations.

1 / 3

LIFE SCIENCES

#3

Biopharma cluster

Explore Industry 

CYBERSECURITY & IT

#1

Cyber talent globally

Explore Industry 

Key Industries 

INDUSTRY INNOVATION

Our highly skilled workforce fuels high-tech industries; while our natural advantages: a prime location, ideal conditions, and proximity to key markets bolster other sectors. Get to know Maryland’s key industries.

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING / INDUSTRY 4.0

#4

New economy

Explore Industry 

AEROSPACE & AVIATION

#1

Concentration of aerospace engineers

Explore Industry 

AGRIBUSINESS

12,250

Farms dot the state

Explore Industry 

CLEANTECH & RENEWABLE ENERGY

#4

Greenest state

Explore Industry 

DISTRIBUTION, WAREHOUSE & LOGISTICS

1/3

of the U.S. population reached overnight

Explore Industry 

DATA CENTERS

MILITARY, FEDERAL & DEFENSE

#1

Federal obligations for R&D (per capita)

Explore Industry 

FINANCIAL SERVICES

#1

Median household income

Explore Industry 

TOURISM

#25

"Best in the World" destination

Explore Industry 

CREATIVE ECONOMY

Epicenter

Of today’s tech-driven creative economy.

Explore Industry 

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

#5

Quantum hub

View Industry 

Key Industries 

INDUSTRY INNOVATION

Our highly skilled workforce fuels high-tech industries; while our natural advantages: a prime location, ideal conditions, and proximity to key markets bolster other sectors. Get to know Maryland’s key industries.

LIFE SCIENCES

#3

Biopharma cluster

Explore Industry 

CYBERSECURITY & IT

#1

Cyber talent globally

Explore Industry 

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING / INDUSTRY 4.0

#4

New economy

Explore Industry 

AEROSPACE & AVIATION

#1

Concentration of aerospace engineers

Explore Industry 

AGRIBUSINESS

12,250

Farms dot the state

Explore Industry 

CLEANTECH & RENEWABLE ENERGY

#4

Greenest state

Explore Industry 

DISTRIBUTION, WAREHOUSE & LOGISTICS

1/3

of the U.S. population reached overnight

Explore Industry 

DATA CENTERS

MILITARY, FEDERAL & DEFENSE

#1

Federal obligations for R&D (per capita)

Explore Industry 

FINANCIAL SERVICES

#1

Median household income

Explore Industry 

TOURISM

#25

"Best in the World" destination

Explore Industry 

CREATIVE ECONOMY

Epicenter

Of today’s tech-driven creative economy.

Explore Industry 

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

#5

Quantum hub

View Industry 

Contact Us 

Ready to talk business?

Our team is standing by to answer questions and connect you with the right people, resources or information you need. Let's get to work.

Get Started