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Incentives and Taxes
Business can rest easy knowing they have located in a city and state that provides a low-cost, and stable pro-business environment.
New, relocating or expanding companies may qualify for a variety of incentives and tax credits. Our staff would be happy to create a custom package of personalized incentive and tax credit information tailored for your company's specific needs.
Contact us for more information or to discuss in more detail.
Local Taxation and Incentives
Source: Ada County Assessor's Dashboard
The City of Eagle has established policies and procedures for incentives in an effort to develop and expand the local economy by promoting and encouraging development and redevelopment projects that enhance the City's economic base and economic diversity and expand job opportunities.
In furtherance of these objectives, the City will, on a case-by-case basis, give consideration upon request to providing economic incentives to applicants in accordance with the policies and procedures. The policies and procedures are not intended to obligate the City to provide economic incentives to any applicant. The decision whether to approve or deny economic incentives for any applicant shall be at the discretion of the Council; no program or agreement is effective unless and until it is approved by the Council.
To be considered for incentives, a project must:
| Taxing Entity | Tax Levy Rate | Tax Rate per $1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle City | 0.0005737 | $0.5737 |
| Eagle Fire | 0.001221 | $1.221 |
| Eagle Sewer | 0.00001834 | $0.01834 |
| Ada County Highway District | 0.0005973 | $0.5973 |
| Ada County | 0.001745 | $1.745 |
| College of Western Idaho | 0.00010484 | $0.10484 |
| Dry Creek Cemetery | 0.00002518 | $0.02518 |
| Emergency Medical | 0.00009980 | $0.0998 |
| Flood Control District | 0.00008661 | $0.08661 |
| Mosquito Abatement | 0.00001778 | $0.01778 |
| School District #2 | 0.001588 | $1.588 |
The City of Eagle has established policies and procedures for incentives in an effort to develop and expand the local economy by promoting and encouraging development and redevelopment projects that enhance the City's economic base and economic diversity and expand job opportunities.
In furtherance of these objectives, the City will, on a case-by-case basis, give consideration upon request to providing economic incentives to applicants in accordance with the policies and procedures. The policies and procedures are not intended to obligate the City to provide economic incentives to any applicant. The decision whether to approve or deny economic incentives for any applicant shall be at the discretion of the Council; no program or agreement is effective unless and until it is approved by the Council.
To be considered for incentives, a project must:
- Result in an increased taxable value for the City in real property taxes and/or increased sales and use tax (excluding inventory and supplies);
- Provide an overall positive economic benefit to the community;
- Have a meaningful investment in the community; and
- Result in new, high-quality or needed jobs within the City.
State Taxation and Incentives
Idaho Tax Reimbursement Incentive (TRI)
The Tax Reimbursement Incentive (TRI) is a performance-based incentive featuring a tax credit of up to 30% for up to 15 years on new state tax revenues generated by companies seeking to expand in or relocate to Idaho by adding new, qualifying jobs. Learn More.
Data Center Sales Tax Exemption
New data centers choosing to locate in Idaho will be eligible for sales tax exemption on server equipment as well as construction materials used in the construction of the data center facility. Learn More
Idaho Business Advantage
If your business invests at least $500,000 in new facilities and creates at least 10 jobs paying at least $40,000 a year with benefits, you may qualify for a wide package of incentives, including tax credits, sales tax rebates, and property tax exemptions. Learn More
Property Tax Exemption
Businesses investing at least $500,000 in new or existing non-retail, commercial or industrial facilities, may qualify for a full or partial property tax exemption for up to five years. Learn More
Idaho College Savings Program Employer Tax Credit
Employers are eligible to receive a 20% tax credit for contributions made to an employee’s IDeal college savings account. The tax credit is capped at $500 per employee, per taxable year. Learn More
Workforce Development Reimbursements
Receive up to $3,000 in cash reimbursements for the training of new, full-time employees or for helping retain employees facing permanent layoff through workforce development training reimbursements. Learn More
State Incentive One-Sheet, click here
State Incentive Full-Manual, click here.
Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM)
The Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission grant program funds commercialization research where university researchers and business experts partner together to bring viable technologies to market.
State Trade Expansion Program
The Idaho State Trade Expansion (STEP) Program is a grant that makes funds available to qualifying Idaho companies for international marketing campaigns to export their products.
| Tax Type | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| Sales & Use Tax | $6.5% |
| Tax on Services (telecommunications and utilities) | None |
| Local Option Sales Tax | None |
| Inventory Tax | None |
| Business Income Tax | 6.5% |
| Personal Income Tax | 6.5% (top bracket) |
Idaho Tax Reimbursement Incentive (TRI)
The Tax Reimbursement Incentive (TRI) is a performance-based incentive featuring a tax credit of up to 30% for up to 15 years on new state tax revenues generated by companies seeking to expand in or relocate to Idaho by adding new, qualifying jobs. Learn More.
Data Center Sales Tax Exemption
New data centers choosing to locate in Idaho will be eligible for sales tax exemption on server equipment as well as construction materials used in the construction of the data center facility. Learn More
Idaho Business Advantage
If your business invests at least $500,000 in new facilities and creates at least 10 jobs paying at least $40,000 a year with benefits, you may qualify for a wide package of incentives, including tax credits, sales tax rebates, and property tax exemptions. Learn More
Property Tax Exemption
Businesses investing at least $500,000 in new or existing non-retail, commercial or industrial facilities, may qualify for a full or partial property tax exemption for up to five years. Learn More
Idaho College Savings Program Employer Tax Credit
Employers are eligible to receive a 20% tax credit for contributions made to an employee’s IDeal college savings account. The tax credit is capped at $500 per employee, per taxable year. Learn More
Workforce Development Reimbursements
Receive up to $3,000 in cash reimbursements for the training of new, full-time employees or for helping retain employees facing permanent layoff through workforce development training reimbursements. Learn More
Downloads
State Incentive One-Sheet, click here
State Incentive Full-Manual, click here.
Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM)
The Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission grant program funds commercialization research where university researchers and business experts partner together to bring viable technologies to market.
State Trade Expansion Program
The Idaho State Trade Expansion (STEP) Program is a grant that makes funds available to qualifying Idaho companies for international marketing campaigns to export their products.
Contact us for a confidential assessment of your business needs and we’ll see what incentives and programs may work for you!