North Carolina Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)

North Carolina’s JDIG program rewards companies based on actual payroll generated from new jobs. Instead of offering upfront funding, the state returns a portion of personal income tax withholdings linked to new employees. This pay for performance structure makes JDIG financially efficient and ensures that only real economic activity earns support.

Applicants must demonstrate that the project creates new positions that exceed local wage thresholds. The state reviews job descriptions, hiring timelines, and projected payroll carefully. Capital investment is also considered because major facility upgrades or new construction strengthen the overall impact of the project.

JDIG is often paired with local incentives to create a layered benefit. Counties and municipalities may contribute grants, site improvements, or training support. Together, these tools help companies offset both early capital costs and long term operating costs. The consistency of JDIG reimbursements helps with workforce planning and multi year budgeting.

Biotech firms, pharmaceutical manufacturers, logistics providers, and advanced technology companies rely on JDIG because it supports sustained hiring rather than one time events. This makes it ideal for companies with predictable workforce expansion plans.