Free Enterprise Florida
Free Enterprise Florida
Free Enterprise Wins.
New York Can Keep Its Socialism: Two states. Two economic philosophies. Two different trajectories.
Florida’s economic success is not accidental. It is the result of intentional leadership, pro-business policies and an unwavering commitment to free enterprise.
New York’s higher costs, bigger government and policies that make it harder for businesses to thrive have proven that free enterprise wins.
Florida by the Numbers
The differences between Florida and New York are not political talking points. They are measurable economic outcomes. These comparisons highlight why businesses, entrepreneurs and families continue choosing Florida.
Florida
Free Enterprise • Growth • Opportunity
New York
Higher Costs • Bigger Government
| Metric | Florida | New York | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Year Population Growth | +8.7% | -0.6% | U.S. Census Bureau |
| Population | 23,462,518 | 20,002,427 | U.S. Census Bureau |
| Annual Net Migration | 551 Per Day | -115 Per Day | U.S. Census Bureau |
| State Budget | $117.6B | $277B | State of Florida and State of New York |
| Budget Per Capita | $5,012 | $13,848 | State of Florida and State of New York |
| Debt Per Capita | $963 | $6,521 | Tax Foundation |
| Annual Business Relocations | 503 | -278 | Bureau of Labor Statistics |
| Personal Income Tax Burden | No State Income Tax | 10.9% Top Rate | Tax Foundation |
| Median Rent | $1,502 | $2,011 | Apartment List |
| Median Price of Home | $423,900 | $689,000 | Realtor.com |
| New Business Startups | #1 | #4 | U.S. Census Bureau |
| Wealth Migration | $2.4M Per Hour | -$1.1M Per Hour | Internal Revenue Service |
| Higher Education | #1 | #32 | U.S. News & World Report |
Thanks for the Jobs.
The billboard is bold. The message behind it is even bigger.
Every time a business or family relocates, an entrepreneur launches a company, or a skilled worker chooses Florida over a higher-cost state, Florida becomes stronger.
That is why the Florida Chamber recognized the leader of New York’s policies as “Florida Economic Developer of the Year.”
The message is simple: when states make it harder to build a business, investment and jobs do not disappear. They move. Increasingly, they move to states includng Florida.
“Florida now has more people than New York, yet New York's budget is more than twice the size of Florida's. No wonder people are leaving. To be clear, New York has incredible people and companies who want a chance to grow, and I believe they deserve that chance. Neither socialism nor government creates innovation or jobs — the private sector does."Mark Wilson President & CEO, Florida Chamber of Commerce
Why Job Creators Continue Choosing Florida
Job creators are choosing Florida because our state offers the freedom to grow, the confidence to invest world-class education options and the opportunity to compete. Florida’s pro-business climate, robust talent pipeline and long-term commitment to free enterprise continue attracting employers, entrepreneurs, investors and workers from across the world.
Florida continues to lead because our state has chosen a model that rewards innovation, encourages investment, supports private-sector job creation and keeps government focused on creating the conditions for growth.
Economic Opportunity: Business growth, entrepreneurship, investment and economic momentum.
Competitiveness: Low taxes, predictable state regulations, business confidence and investment certainty.
Workforce & Talent: Talent pipeline, education alignment, future workforce and employer solutions.
Quality of Life: Strong communities, innovation hubs, economic opportunity and long-term prosperity.
Every New Florida Job Moves Us Closer to Our Goal.
The Florida 2030 Blueprint is the Florida Chamber’s strategic plan for growing Florida into a Top 10 Global Economy by 2030. Every company that expands, every entrepreneur who launches and every new Florida job moves our state one step closer to achieving that goal.
Join the Movement to Keep Florida Competitive
Free enterprise does not sustain itself. Every legislative session, every election cycle and every policy debate helps determine Florida’s future.
Join thousands of business leaders working together through the Florida Chamber to protect free enterprise, strengthen economic competitiveness and secure Florida’s future.
- Help make America more competitive by highlighting policies that target 4% GDP growth.
- Shape pro-business public policy.
- Connect with Florida’s leading business executives.
- Access exclusive research and economic intelligence.
- Support Florida’s long-term competitiveness.
Be Part of Securing Florida's Future
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Florida Is Winning. Help Us Keep Florida, Florida.
Florida’s success is the result of free enterprise, strong leadership and a business community willing to engage. The next chapter of Florida’s economy is being written now. Be part of it.
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