Mississippi Development Guide 2026

A guide to selected economic development organizations across North America and beyond.

From its arts and music scene to its culinary culture, Mississippi wows visitors and promises more than you expect.

The pot of gold at the end of this reading rainbow is full of advanced grade-school readers.

Compare Mississippi to the national average in cost of living, and there’s no comparison.

A state economist sheds light on what’s driving people to move to Mississippi.

The Center for Manufacturing Excellence, Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems and Mississippi Polymer Institute have much to offer.

Trey Smith of AccelerateMS discusses company partnerships, training programs, apprenticeships and customized workforce solutions.

School offers custom training initiatives and programs aligned with high-demand sectors.

AccelerateMS has evolved since its inception and partners with schools across the state.

Lawmakers support energy infrastructure, encourage industrial development and promote regulatory stability for utilities and large users.

Enterprise fiber networks and rural broadband expansion are just the beginning.

TVA, Entergy Mississippi, Mississippi Power Company, Atmos Energy and electric cooperatives energize industry.

“Mississippi’s energy policy is simple. If it’s available, reliable and affordable, we’re for it.”

Gov. Reeves positions Mississippi to be a U.S. leader in energy capacity and reliability.

How Mississippi’s railroad network keeps businesses on track.

MDOT’s Brad White discusses long-term transportation planning and public investment in infrastructure.

Intermodal connectivity includes the Ports of Gulfport, Pascagoula and Vicksburg.

The Mississippi River freight corridor, deepwater ports and a multimodal network deliver commerce on time.

A variety of programs helps companies find their own “Home Town.”

How the state’s flagship incentive works and why it matters.

Mississippi Industrial Sites

Eagle One has landed. Now it’s ready to land major projects.

Matching funds match companies with available and developable tracts of land.

The Golden Triangle provides the perfect element for a dynamic manufacturer.

Every state agency in Mississippi buys into delivering speed to market.

We remove obstacles and keep projects moving.

How a collaborative environment makes deals happen.

How two giants found welcoming places in Madison and Warren counties.

Proven strategies produce success in Mississippi.

Mississippi is building for what’s next.