BUSINESS CLIMATE• #4 Best Large City to Start a Business (WalletHub, 2025)
• 1.8M population, 4th largest MSA in Florida • Low unemployment (3.4%) and 1.4% YOY job growth |
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MIGRATION & WORKFORCE• #10 in the U.S. for net migration (2019-2024) • 51.5% of population in prime working age • Ranked 2nd Hottest Job Market (WSJ, 2024) • Strong Veteran Workforce: With multiple military bases nearby, Jacksonville benefits from a highly skilled and disciplined veteran workforce. |
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EDUCATION
• 10+ Higher Education institutions including University of North Florida, Jacksonville University, & Flagler College • The Jacksonville region is home to three of the top 15 school districts in Florida – St. Johns, Nassau and Clay Counties • Florida is #1 for Higher Education (USNWR, 2024) |
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LOGISTICS & INFRASTRUCTURE• Jacksonville is home to JAXPORT, one of the nation’s largest deepwater ports,
providing direct global shipping connections and unmatched access to the Southeast U.S. market. Jaxport moves 19.2M tons of cargo/year • $675M in port improvements underway • Airport expansion in progress • Served by I-95, I-10, and I-295, with extensive rail connectivity from CSX, Norfolk Southern, and Florida East Coast Railway, ensuring efficient freight movement. |
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LIFESTYLE & QUALITY OF LIFE• Home to FIVE professional sports teams, vibrant music festivals, a growing arts
community, and diverse dining options. • Jacksonville offers a lower cost of living compared to other major Florida cities, with access to 22 miles of beaches, abundant parks, and riverfront activities. • No State Income Tax: Keep more of your earnings while enjoying Florida’s favorable tax climate. • Excellent schools, spacious suburban neighborhoods, and year-round opportunities for golf, boating, and nature exploration. |
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