Taxes & Incentives
Taxes
Harrisburg is ripe for growth with one of the lowest tax rates in the county. Developers and residents will have more buying power when they are choosing property in the Town limits.
| Municipality | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| Cabarrus County, North Carolina | 0.7400 |
| Charlotte, North Carolina (Rate includes Mecklenburg County tax) | 0.9650 |
| Concord, North Carolina | 0.4800 |
| Harrisburg, North Carolina | 0.3550 |
| Kannapolis, North Carolina | 0.6300 |
| Locust, North Carolina | 0.3600 |
| Midland, North Carolina | 0.2000 |
| Mt. Pleasant, North Carolina | 0.5050 |
Local Incentives
Harrisburg and Cabarrus County have the ability to offer incentives to companies that create well-paying new jobs and make a substantial capital investment in the community. The incentives are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and when appropriate are based on a percentage of new taxable investment.
View the Harrisburg Economic Development Incentive Grant Policy (PDF).
Visit the Cabarrus County Economic Grant Program.
Tax Increment Grant Policy
Another financing tool to help encourage economic development projects is the Tax Increment Grant Policy (PDF). This program allows developers to fund public infrastructure projects that will benefit from new private development in a defined area.
Customized Training Program
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College offers a Customized Training Program that supports the economic development efforts of the state by providing education and training opportunities for eligible businesses and industries.
State Incentives
The State of North Carolina provides several financial options for qualified companies relocating or expanding in the area. They also offer other business resources and cost-savings programs.