The Maine Department of Economic and Community Development works with statewide and local partners, private industry and small businesses to enhance and sustain economic prosperity in Maine.
What is the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development?
DECD and its partners work collaboratively to support business development through available resources that Maine has to offer. From millions of dollars in tax credits, reimbursements, research and development credits, to capital loans and even direct investment. Every year DECD helps Maine communities attract new investment, create jobs, and grow their infrastructure with unique programs.
Business Resources
Economic Recovery
Grants
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Economic Recovery
Committee
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Maine
Strategic Plan
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Maine Jobs
and Recovery Plan
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Find Available Sites in Maine for Investment Using our Site Selection Tool
An interactive web tool showcasing Maine's industrial sites available for development, with lots of layers.
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Maine average
hourly wage
$21.78
Maine
population
1.35 million
Produces 90%
of the nation's
lobster supply
Grants and Other Financial Resources
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Visit Maine,
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General COVID
Prevention Guidance
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Mask FAQs
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