The Saratoga County Empire Zone can virtually be a "tax-free" zone in best-case scenarios through a combination of New York State Tax credits, reduced utility rates, authorization for special low-interest loans, and priority attention from State agencies for new and expanding businesses.

The Saratoga County Empire Zone consists of two square miles of designated land in locations throughout Saratoga County. Businesses that locate within the boundaries of the Empire Zone and meet the objectives of the Saratoga County Empire Zone Development Plan may qualify for advanced New York State Tax credits for creating new jobs and making new capital investment in their business.