Incentives & Grants

Find financial support for your business.

Wilkes EDC helps businesses identify and apply for relevant grants, incentives, and benefits for financial support. These opportunities may be available through economic development programs, industry-specific initiatives, or community development efforts. Navigating the grant process can be daunting. We encourage all businesses considering this process to contact Wilkes EDC first to find the right grant and incentives package for your business needs.

2025 State Tier Designation

Wilkes’ Average Annual Wage

COUNTY
POPULATION
COUNTY
WORKFORCE

100,226 within 45-min Commute

$
AVERAGE ANNUAL
WAGES (2026)
($24.16/hr)
%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
FOR DECEMBER 2025

Project Data Form

Complete the Project Data Form to help us learn how we may assist you in your business growth.

Download Project Data Form

Download and complete the Project Data spreadsheet to help us learn how we may assist you in your business growth.
The completed file may be emailed to LNixon@WilkesEDC.com.

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