About this programme
The Small Employer Quality Jobs Program pays qualifying small Oklahoma employers a quarterly cash incentive to encourage job creation and payroll growth. It is run by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
How it works
Quarterly incentive payments can be as much as 5% of new taxable payroll, paid for up to 7 years.
New jobs must pay at least 110% of the average county wage, though some counties qualify for a lower 100% threshold (check the Department's interactive incentives map).
The business must reach 35% out-of-state sales in years 1 and 2, rising to 60% out-of-state sales from year 3 onward.
Who can apply
The business must have 500 or fewer employees.
New jobs created must meet the county wage threshold (110%, or 100% in certain designated counties).
The business must hit the out-of-state sales percentages required for its program year.
How to apply
- Call the Oklahoma Department of Commerce at 800-588-5959 for a no-cost analysis and application assistance.
- Complete the Small Employer Quality Jobs Program Application and Worksheet, following the Program Guidelines, both published on the Department's website.
Documents you’ll typically need
- Small Employer Quality Jobs Program Application and Worksheet
- Program Guidelines document
Frequently asked
How much can my business receive?
Quarterly payments of up to 5% of new taxable payroll, for up to 7 years.
What wage do new jobs need to pay?
At least 110% of the average county wage, or 100% in certain designated counties (check the interactive incentives map).
Is there an out-of-state sales requirement?
Yes: 35% out-of-state sales in years 1 and 2, rising to 60% from year 3 onward.
How many employees can my business have and still qualify?
500 or fewer.
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