Land & Expand in Rhode Island Be Where the Action Is Centrally located in a $4.08 trillion economic corridor with easy connectivity to New York City, Boston and Washington, D.C. Lower cost of business operations and living versus New York City and Boston. Favorable business climate with competitive business tax rates compared to other states in the Northeast Corridor. In Good Company Access to Talent 2nd highest density of college students in the country. 74 colleges and universities within a 60 -min commute of Providence. More than 200,00 students graduate from top-tier RI colleges and universities each year. Contact Rhode Island’s Business Development Team Webform Contact Info Name Company Email Phone Message/Comment Leave this field blank