As the capital of the third most populous state in the U.S. and #1 in the Nation for Economic Strength, Tallahassee-Leon County is home to three major institutions of higher learning, world-class research institutes, and a host of companies large and small. With innovative startups and a highly educated workforce, Florida’s Capital City is a cutting-edge, diverse community that continues to grow. The Office of Economic Vitality offers a streamlined process to assist you in growing your business, leveraging research and innovation funding or developing customized training for your workforce. Contact us today. Companies, like Danfoss Turbocor and DivvyUp, are choosing to be a part of this unique community because there’s a lot more to it than Southern hospitality and small-town charm. Florida’s Capital City offers an affordable cost of living, vacation-like quality of life, and fabulous parks and green spaces with close proximity to stunning beaches.
Tallahassee is home to diverse areas that support a wide variety of interests, both business and personal. With over 700 miles of greenways and trails, larger-than-life festivals, exhilarating nightlife, and award-winning cuisine and breweries, our community is welcoming, boasting a multitude of activities for people of all ethnicities, cultures
Tallahassee is home to a thriving research community anchored by world-class facilities, like the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory and High Performance Materials Institute, and business incubators, like Domi Station. The research conducted in Florida’s Capital City is more than theoretical – products are going to market and high-wage jobs are being created every year.
There’s an abundance of educational opportunities in Florida Capital! As the most educated city in the state, Tallahassee is home to 3 major institutions of higher learning, contributing to more than 48 percent of the population having a bachelor’s degree or higher. We know that the development of our talent pipeline is critical and our public school system boasts a 93 percent graduation rate – exceeding state and national averages.
The Living Index from the Council for Community and Economic Research shows the cost of living in Tallahassee to be 2.9% below the national average! Not only is Tallahassee-Leon County cost-effective for
Since 2016, the Office of Economic Vitality has worked to create a stronger economy for Tallahassee-Leon County. From manufacturing and health care to information technology and applied sciences, companies across a broad variety of industries have chosen Tallahassee as their place of business. Discover success stories of local businesses that chose Florida’s Capital to launch, build, and grow their business.
Municode is a nationwide tech company that is proud to call Tallahassee home. Founded in 1951, Municode has grown to serve over 4,000 municipalities with solutions that unify agendas, meetings, websites
The inspiration for DivvyUp was born when sophomores from Florida State University’s Entrepreneurial Program took a trip to a local homeless shelter looking to help. Their huge need: Socks. Since then, DivvyUp has become a custom sock empire.
With companies relying more and more on digital channels, take control of your fiber future. Tallahassee is home to a strong digital infrastructure, where companies of all sizes can benefit from our hi-speed fiber connectivity.
Whether you are looking to expand your business in Florida’s Capital or considering a relocation, our Business Development team ensures an in-depth site selection process to find the perfect home for your business.
Tallahassee is a diversified economy with a wide variety of businesses and industries. Our employers help define our community and represent leading companies in healthcare, tech, manufacturing and more.
Our community has the lowest median age in the State, which gives business the benefit of tapping into the change agents and dreamers who help Tallahassee become a better community each and every day.
The Office of Economic Vitality is here to answer questions, provide additional information, and create an effective solution for your relocation, expansion, and business needs. We offer customized assistance from site selection, market research, minority and women business support, and technical assistance. Call on us. We are here for you.
The Motor, Drive Systems & Magnetics (MDSM) Conference returned to Tallahassee-Leon County earlier this week. As the world’s premier technical conference and exhibition for motor design, drive systems, and magnetics, MDSM draws global leaders and innovators from sectors spanning automation, renewable energy, manufacturing, medical devices, and aerospace. This year’s conference welcomed nearly 230 participants and […]
Newly released data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) shows that the Tallahassee-Leon County Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) recorded strong economic growth in 2024, outperforming both the State of Florida and the nation. According to the BEA, Real (inflation-adjusted) Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the Tallahassee-Leon County MSA reached $21.3 billion in 2024, an […]
The Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality and Leon County Government are hosting the 11th annual Leon Works Expo. The event aims to connect employers, academic institutions, and students, allowing students to explore skilled trades. Students will learn from individuals with local success stories and engage with employers to discover the career that best fits […]
Join us for the 43rd Annual Big Bend Regional Small Business Week—the region’s premier celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic development—from May 5 to 7, 2026. Hosted by the SBDC at FAMU, this three-day event brings together small business owners, corporate leaders, government agencies, and community stakeholders from across the nation. Expect inspiring speakers, valuable […]