The Tampa Bay area is home to one of the most desirable lifestyles in the nation. It is not difficult to understand why. With amazing weather and abundant recreational opportunitites for active lifestyles, Tampa Bay is the perfect place to call home.

The communities of Tampa Bay are an ideal location for businesses seeking the competitive advantage. As the 19th largest metropolitan area in the nation, the Tampa Bay area is comprised of eight counties along the west coast of Florida and has over four million residents.  The City of Tampa, which serves as the area’s hub, is home to the largest deepwater port in the United States, a top-rated international airport and a robust railway network.  Tampa Bay is also home to a concentration of high quality academic institutions providing employers access to a wealth of experienced professionals, new talent and innovative ideas.

Numerous public and private companies are headquartered in the Tampa Bay area, contributing to a very diverse and  healthy business climate.  Our rich portfolio of resources includes a thriving financial and shared services industry including many nationally recognized brands, a blossoming health sciences cluster and state-of-the-art manufacturers creating a wide variety of products.

• As one of North Americas only true tropical locations, Tampa Bay boasts an enviable quality of life with year round sunshine. Rich in entertainment and cultural options, Tampa Bay offers residents and visitors three major professional sports teams, performing arts, museums, outdoor recreation and easy access to beaches, theme parks, golf resorts. and many other unique attractions providing endless opportunities for fun.

• Regional Statistics: 
  • Metropolitan Statistical Area of 2.7 million people
  • Metropolitan Statistical Area civilian labor force of 1.3 million
  • Gateway to the Florida High Tech Corridor
  • The Tampa Bay region is the 14th largest media market in  the country
  • The cost of living in Tampa Bay is 92.4% of national average
  • A record-breaking 768 consecutive days of sunshine
  • Tampa Bay is the 2nd largest urban economy in Florida
  • Tampa Bay leads Florida employing 31.5% of the state’s medical device manufacturing workers
  • Tampa Bay market is the least expensive large area in the United States for doing business (KPMG)
    Source: Tampa Bay Partnership

Climate:

January Average High – 71 degrees; low – 48 degrees
July Average High – 92 degrees; low – 72 degrees

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