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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
3 Independent Drive Jacksonville FL 32202 904 366 6600 jaxusa.org6/2015
Jacksonville is home to four Fortune 1000 and three Fortune 500 company headquarters,
more than any other city in Florida. More than 80 local companies have national or divisional
headquarters in Northeast Florida.
4 FORTUNE
1000 3 FORTUNE
50080+ NATIONAL OR DIVISIONAL
HEADQUARTERS
With assistance from economic development leaders in the region and the lure of a better lifestyle, we chose this area for our operations becasue it allows us to work where we want - close to the beach and ocean.– Tim Hale, Co-Founder, Coastal Cloud
WHY Northeast Florida?
The reason we are able to be successful as a company is because we can attract great technology talent, so from that perspective it’s very
important to be in a market where talent wants to live.– Russ Thomas, President and CEO, Availity
Corporate IT Operations Telecommunications Infrastructure Software Development
Areas of EXCELLENCE
No. of employees
BANK OF AMERIC MERRILL LYNCH – Banking and Investments 8,000
FLORIDA BLUE – Headquarters - Health Insurance 6,000
MAYO CLINIC – Multi-Specialty Health Care Center 5,000
UF HEALTH AT JACKSONVILLE – Hospital - Health Care 3,500
AT&T – Telecommunications Regional Headquarters 3,100
JEA – Utility Provider 2,300
NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION – Aircraft Manufacturing 2,000
VISTAKON, JOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CARE INC. – Optical Products - Manuf. 2,000
FIDELITY NATIONAL INFORMATION SERVICES (FIS) – Banking Serv. Software Provider 1,200
MEDTRONIC, ENT – Surgical Products Manufacturer 650
UNISON INDUSTRIES – Aircraft Parts/Avionics Manufacturer Corporate HQ 600
HONEYWELL – Technical Services 575
CSX TECHNOLOGY – Technology 500
LOGISTICS SERVICES INTERNATIONAL (LSI) – Logistics 422
ADECCO – Employment Contractors Corporate HQ 350
WEB.COM – Website Designers and Online Marketing 300
AMERICAN TECHNICAL CERAMICS – Semi-conductor (Capacitor) Manufacturer 264
TALEO – Software Development 250
SUNGARD RELIUS – Pension Software and Services Provider 200
ENTERPRISE INTEGRATION – IT Managed Services 180
MILLENNIUM SPECIALTY CHEMICALS – Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient Manufacturing 168
INFORMATION & DISPLAY SYSTEMS – Technology Solutions for Sports Organizations 140
The Region’s Leading Information Technology Employers
Forbes ranked Jacksonville as one of the
Fastest Growing Regions for High-Tech Jobs.
JAXUSA Partnership’s regional focus includes seven Northeast Florida counties.
With 1.5 million residents, the region offers endless opportunities and a superior
quality of life. The Jacksonville area continues to experience positive growth
as more people discover its perfect balance between business opportunities and lifestyle.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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Protected from Hurricanes
In the past100 NO HURRICANE
Category 3 or higher has made landfall in Northeast Florida; only Hurricane Dora in 1964, which barely reached Category 2.
1904 2014Category 2
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
than East Coast hubs
90NON-STOP
DAILY FLIGHTSDIRECT U.S. AIRPORTS
LOWER TICKET PRICE
27 15%
Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT)
Over the next several years, JAXPORT is looking to invest in its infrastructure more than
In fiscal year 2014 JAXPORT’s three public marine terminals handled cargo totaling
$1.25 BILLION8. 3 MILLION TONS
Recognized as “America’s Logistics Center”
45MILLION CONSUMERSSAME-DAY Southeast access to
3 INTERSTATES3RAILROADS
Affordable Construction and Real Estate
The cost of constructing new facilities in Jacksonville is 15% LOWER THAN
U.S. AVERAGEReal estate lease rates are below most major metro areas, averaging $17.71 per square foot for office and $4.05 per square foot for industrial space.
Positive Tax Advantages
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YEARS,STRATEGIC Business Location
Category 3 Category 4 Category 5
Major Southeast Landfalling HurricanesCategory 3 and Above
(1899-2014)
Tucked away in the westernmost point of the East Coast, Jacksonville is the least likely place on the Atlantic or Gulf Coasts to experience a hurricane. Due to a “recurvature effect,” storms heading toward Jacksonville are influenced by the Bermuda high pressure system from the west and are driven northward.
After investing more than $300 million to construct and expand the terminal and its three concourses, JAX is now one of the most modern airports in the world.
With multiple cargo terminals capable of handling container, automobile, bulk, breakbulk and refrigerated cargoes, JAXPORT is a premier diversified port with connections to major trade lanes throughout the world.
Jacksonville boasts a strong intermodal system with fast access to major markets throughout the U.S. via three railroads – CSX (headquartered in Jacksonville), Norfolk Southern and Florida East Coast Railway – and multiple interstates including I-10, I-75 and I-95.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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Northeast Florida is a TALENT MAGNET Young and Dynamic Workforce
Northeast Florida’s population is more than 1.5 million and the total workforce is comprised of 800,000 people. The median age in Jacksonville is 37, providing a young and dynamic workforce equal in age to the national average and three years lower than the Florida average.
Steady Growth RatesWith a steady population growth rate of 2.0 percent and labor force growth rate of 1.4 percent, the Jacksonville economy is growing and thriving better than Florida and the U.S. overall.
Ranked in Next Generation Consulting’s Hotspots for Young Professionals
Jacksonville was the only Florida city with a population over 500,000 to rank for Young Professionals to live and work in the U.S.
Forbes ranked Jacksonville as a
Top 10 City Attracting College Grads.
Computer and Information Research Scientists $88,448
Computer and Information Systems Managers $124,115
Computer Network Architects $66,406
Computer Network Support Specialists $58,589
Computer Programmers $65,031
Median Information Technology Salaries in Jacksonville
Jacksonville turned out to be the most cost effective location for us to actually set up our data center.– Jane Landon, Chief Technology Officer, Web.com
Time ranked Jacksonville as the
#7 Happiest City in the U.S.
Computer Systems Analysts $74,192
Computer User Support Specialists $41,806
Database Administrators $82,470
Network and Computer Systems Administrators $73,185
Software Developers, Applications $83,547
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AFFORDABLE Cost of Living
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JACKSONVILLE, FL
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Denver, CO
Richmond, VA
Charleston, SC
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Median New Home Price
Cost of Living Index
Utilities Cost Index
AFFORDABLE Cost of Living
Major Colleges and Universities In or Near Jacksonville (2013)
Business 2.0 ranked Jacksonville in the
“Top 10 Hottest Cities” that will lead to job growth through 2015.
Enrollment Bachelors Graduate
Home to two of “America’s Top 10 High Schools” Jacksonville is home to top-ranked public and private K-12 schools. Newsweek named
two Jacksonville high schools, Stanton College Prep and Paxon School for Advanced Studies, in its America’s Top 10 High Schools list.
One of the Best Places to Attend College The American Institute of Economic Research ranked Jacksonville 17 out of 360 mid-sized cities that are the best places to attend college. In 2012, the University of North Florida was named one of the top colleges and universities by Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Colleges” list. There are more than 20 colleges, universities and community colleges in the area with a total enrollment of more than 65,000 students.
OUTSTANDING Educational Opportunities
University of North Florida (UNF) 16,083 3,177 547
Jacksonville University (JU) 4,157 970 278
Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ) 28,134 588 N/A
Flagler College 2,839 677 N/A
St. Johns River State College 6,127 67 N/A
University of Florida (UF) 49,878 8,515 4,173
University of Central Florida (UCF) 59,589 12,372 2,539
Florida State University (FSU) 40,909 8,105 2,065
Florida A&M (FAMU) 10,743 1,560 277
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The JAXUSA Partnership is Jacksonville and Northeast Florida’s regional economic development initiative supporting Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, Putnam and St. Johns counties. Please let us know how we can help grow your company in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida by contacting:
Contact JAXUSA Partnership if your company is
Considering an Expansion or Relocation.
Broderick Green, Director (904) 366-6629 or bgreen@jaxusa.org
Jacksonville’s Quality of Life is HARD TO BEAT No. 1 Best City for Recreation
Northeast Florida is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, featuring 90 miles of beaches along the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic St. Johns River for boating, fishing and kayaking. Parenting magazine ranked Jacksonville number one on the list of Ten Best Cities for Recreation. Jacksonville also boasts more than 131 square miles of city, state and national parks – making it the largest urban park system in the nation.
Ninth Best City to ShopForbes magazine ranked Jacksonville as the ninth Best U.S. Shopping City. Jacksonville has several great shopping centers including the newest addition at St. Johns Town Center, an outdoor mall that also features a variety of high-end dining, nightlife, hotels and residential living options.
A Sports Enthusiasts Playground Sports enthusiasts can cheer for the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars and the Jacksonville Suns AA baseball team. The region also features more than 85 elite golf courses, including the famed Players Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass and the World Golf Hall of Fame.
World-Class Health CareOur region offers a world-class health care system, home to one of only three Mayo Clinic campuses in the U.S. and several other distinguished area hospitals and medical research facilities.
Top Art DestinationAmericanStyle magazine ranked Jacksonville as one of its Top 25 Arts Destinations. Culture lovers will appreciate the Museum of Contemporary Art, Cummer Museum and Gardens and Museum of Science and History, as well as the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. The area is also home to several performing arts venues and the world-renowned Jacksonville Symphony.
Top City for Relocating FamiliesJacksonville was ranked in the Top 10 of Mobility magazine’s Best Cities for Relocating Families. The average commute time to work is only 25 minutes. The average cost of a newly constructed 2,400 square foot home in Jacksonville is only $249,361. Our region boasts more than 185 “A-rated” schools with a proven track record of superior performance.
Significant Corporate IT Operations for companies such as CSX, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch and FIS.
Growing talent pool with more than 1,200 graduate and undergraduate degrees in computer science and IT fields.
Region’s Fast FACTS: