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Updated · Creative Loafing Tampa · Jul 17
Florida Chamber Says $1.89 Trillion Economy Ranks 14th Globally, Up 2 Places
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Updated · Creative Loafing Tampa · Jul 17

Florida Chamber Says $1.89 Trillion Economy Ranks 14th Globally, Up 2 Places

3 articles · Updated · Creative Loafing Tampa · Jul 17

Summary

  • $1.89 trillion in output would make Florida the world's 14th-largest economy if it were a country, the Florida Chamber Foundation said Tuesday.
  • The ranking compares U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data with World Bank GDP figures, placing Florida behind larger national economies but ahead of where it stood previously.
  • The Chamber said Florida needs roughly 2% annual growth to pass South Korea, while about 21% more growth would be required to break into the global top 10.
  • The standing depends on the dataset: using an Investopedia list that puts the U.S. at $32.38 trillion, Florida would rank 16th instead.

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Florida’s $1.8 Trillion Economy: Drivers, Risks, and the Road to the World’s Top 10 by 2030

Overview

As of 2026, Florida’s economy has soared to $1.8 trillion, making it one of the largest in the United States and a significant global economic powerhouse. Its GDP now surpasses that of many countries, positioning Florida as a global player with increasing international influence. This impressive growth is driven by a strategic vision and sustained competitiveness, with ambitious goals such as joining the world’s top 10 economies by the end of the decade. Florida’s robust economic performance reflects not only its scale but also its commitment to long-term prosperity and global relevance.

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