Explore Florida’s Biggest Industries
Florida’s economy, diverse workforce and business-friendly ecosystem climate support a wide range of some of the biggest industries. From hyperscale data centers and global logistics hubs to the commercial aerospace industry and pharmaceutical manufacturing, companies are innovating beyond impossible here. Learn more about the major industries in Florida.
Florida has the No. 4 Business Tax Climate in the U.S.
Florida is the 2nd Largest Foreign Trade Zone Network in the Nation
Florida’s best-selling points to businesses are its growing industrial diversity, low taxes (no personal income tax, no corporate income tax for limited partnerships and sub-chapter S-corporations), and its close international ties, particularly with Latin American countries.
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Advanced Manufacturing
From food and beverages to rockets, boats and semiconductors, Florida’s manufacturing industry makes and delivers products around the world with more than 25,000 companies.
Military & Defense
With 20 major military installations and a network of defense companies and gov contractors, Florida is the perfect base for military and defense organizations.
Aviation & Aerospace
More than 50 years of flight innovation and the 3rd-largest veteran population in the U.S. make Florida the ideal location for the future of flight and space exploration.
Information Technology
From hyperscale data centers to artificial intelligence, nearly 40,000 IT companies are making advancements in the industry in Florida.
Life Sciences
Florida is home to more than 2,300 life sciences establishments – including biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing – and more than 45,000 healthcare establishments in the life services industry.
Clean Energy
FPL's "30-by-30" solar plan, battery storage facilities, EV adoption and EV infrastructure deployment efforts are making Florida a world leader in clean energy.
Logistics & Distribution
When it comes to supporting the global supply chain, Florida is ready. With its unique position, 15 deepwater seaports, 20 commercial-use airports and three spaceports, companies have easy access to markets across the country, across the globe and beyond.
FPL Helps Drive Florida Industry Growth
Decades of experience working in the Sunshine State and some of the lowest utility rates in the nation help us position your company for success, whether you’re a budding start-up or relocating an established business.
A Wealth of Experience
Nearly 70% of Florida's 2,300 aerospace and aviation companies are in FPL's service territory, giving us a unique understanding of the industry's diverse needs and challenges when it comes to industrial power. PoweringFL’s economic development team is here to help businesses succeed.
Where Industry Gets Its Power
FPL serves more than 5.8 million customer accounts, including the Miami, Pensacola and Jacksonville regions. We support more than 12 million Floridians with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. In 2022, FPL won the ReliabilityOne National Reliability Excellence Award for the seventh time in the last eight years.
A Concentration of Industry Leaders
Florida is home to national and global leaders across all major industries, including Publix, Jabil, L3Harris, NextEra Energy, Chewy, Citrix and many more. The state's top-ranked higher education system, welcoming tax and business climates, strong state economy and expansive infrastructure keep companies here in growth mode.
How Can We Help You Get Moving Today?
Florida is home to much more than world-famous beaches and theme parks. In addition to having a lower unemployment rate than the national average, the state is home to the 16th largest economy worldwide (if Florida were a country), a growing GDP, and surpassed the national job growth average in 2024. Learn more about how our team of experts can help you understand complicated problems, connect you with partners and find the right real estate for your business. We are here to help you put all the pieces together.