Portsmouth Economic Development is your advocate throughout the entire process of starting, locating, and growing your business.
BUILD YOUR SUCCESS
96,051
RESIDENTS
$48,727
MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD
INCOME
6,000+
BUSINESSES
45+
HIGHER ED & TRADE
SCHOOL LOCATIONS
IN THE REGION
2.7 MILLION+
POPULATION WITHIN
45 MINUTES
2.8 MILLION+
TEUS THROUGH
LOCAL PORTS IN 2018
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Smart Start Business Guide
- Overview on new business set-up in Portsmouth
- Roadmap of frequently used information
- Permits needed to start a business
- Steps to start a business
- Download the Smart Start Business Guide
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Target Industries
- Maritime & Logistics
- Small Business & MWDBE
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Modeling, Simulation & Technology
- Specialty Retail
- Information Services
- Learn More
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Economic Profile
- 96,051 Residents
- 6,000+ Businesses
- $48,727 Median Household Income
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Incentives & Funding Resources
- Local Incentive Programs for Interior Buildout and Facade Improvements
- Virginia Enterprise Zone
- HUBZone
- Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit
- Learn More
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