Are you a business owner in Connecticut? Or, maybe you’re considering launching your next venture in the Constitution State? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here you’ll find guidance on how to start a business, fund your business, operate your business, hire employees, file for taxes, stay compliant in your state, and more.
Bookmark this page and keep checking back to track new legislation and developments in Connecticut that may affect your company. Now, let’s dive in!
How to register your business in the state of Connecticut
First thing is first: Here is how you register your new business in Connecticut.
Find funding for your Connecticut-based business
Every business, whether new or established, requires funding. Luckily, there are business loans and grants specifically designed for Connecticut-based businesses. Check out the Connecticut business funding page to find a loan or grant that’s a fit for your company.
How to file and pay business taxes in Connecticut
Navigating the tax landscape can be complex—especially for busy business owners. Here is an up-to-date tax guide for Connecticut businesses and a guide to Connecticut tax incentives.
Managing employees in Connecticut
- Here’s the employer’s guide to hiring employees in Connecticut while remaining compliant.
- Are you calculating employee paychecks? Use this Connecticut salary paycheck calculator to determine withholdings and calculate take-home pay for your employees in Connecticut. (We do the math for you.)
- Need to calculate hourly employee paychecks? We’ve got a Connecticut hourly paycheck calculator, too.
| Minimum wage in Connecticut | SUI tax rate in Connecticut | Connecticut DOL website |
| $15 per hour $6.38 for waitstaff; $8.23 for bartenders is the minimum tipped wage per hour | New employer tax rate: 2.8% Tax rate range: 1.7% – 6.6% Wage base: %15,000 | Department of Labor |