Michigan has a population of over 9 million people and is home to a diverse range of thriving industries. It has a strong manufacturing base and is a leader in the automotive and defense sectors. The state offers various business incentives and tax reductions to attract companies. Michigan's universities collaborate with businesses and policy leaders to support entrepreneurship and commercialization across industries such as life sciences and alternative energy.

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2. Michigan at a glance Demographics Population (2010) 9,883,640 State Capital Lansing Largest City Detroit (Population – 713,777) Total size 96,716 sq. mi. (11 th in the U.S.) Adults +25 with high school diploma or higher 87.6% With Associates degree or higher 32.6% Total resident labor force (2010) 4,831,000 Universities 48 Economy GDP (2008) $382.5 billion Per capita Income $49,788 State Income Tax Rate 4.35% Corporate Adjusted Gross Income Tax Rate 6% (Only for C Corporations) State Sales Tax 6% S&P Bond Rating AA- Transportation Interstate Highways 12 Highway Miles 9716 miles (15,636km) International Marine Ports 21 Inland Waterways 10 (5 major rivers and 5 Great Lakes) International Airports 9 International bridges Ambassador Bridge (busiest North American international crossing) info@michiganisrael.com (248) 642-1701 www.michiganisrael.com

3. Thriving Industries Michigan is home to an impressive number of military and defense-related facilities, including advanced research labs, testing grounds, and bases. Michigan places special emphasis on the Defense sector and helps both entrepreneurs and established firms within the state diversify into the industry and land contracts with the Department of Defense and its prime contractors. Michigan is home to life sciences targeting emerging and well-established companies looking to commercialize anything from the latest diagnostic tool to creative advancements in the world of pharmaceuticals, like Parke Davis, founded in Detroit in 1866. info@michiganisrael.com (248) 642-1701 www.michiganisrael.com

7. Statistics paint part of the welcoming picture. In Michigan, it is our companies, institutions and people who will roll out the red carpet to make sure that your business succeeds. Join MIBB today Contact us for more information Chuck Newman, President Pamela B. Lippitt Executive Director (248) 642-1701 info@michiganisrael.com www.michiganisrael.com