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Wisconsin Enterprise Zone Tax Credits

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)WI-EZ-TCRefreshed 1 month ago
Do I qualify?
Max funding

Varies

Amount varies

Type

Tax Credit

Reduces tax liability

Deadline

Rolling

No fixed cutoff

Timing

Annual tax return

Claim with year-end filing

Complexity

Moderate

File with tax return

About This Program

Tax credits for Wisconsin businesses in designated enterprise zones that create new jobs or make capital investments, with enhanced benefits for projects in economically distressed communities.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

  • 1Business must operate in a designated Wisconsin Enterprise Zone
  • 2Must create net new full-time jobs paying at least 150% of minimum wage
  • 3Credits: 1–7% of payroll, 10% of capital investments, 100% of training costs
  • 4Enhanced credits for hiring individuals with barriers to employment
  • 5Tax credit agreements require 5-year retention commitment

Do I qualify?

Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.

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1.Business must operate in a designated Wisconsin Enterprise Zone

2.Must create net new full-time jobs paying at least 150% of minimum wage

3.Credits: 1–7% of payroll, 10% of capital investments, 100% of training costs

4.Enhanced credits for hiring individuals with barriers to employment

5.Tax credit agreements require 5-year retention commitment

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