December 2025
The Jacksonville market continues to gain momentum as one of the nation’s fastest-growing large metros, fueled by population growth, major corporate and industrial investments, and ongoing infrastructure expansion that supports long-term economic confidence.
Jacksonville Ranks 3rd in the Nation for Economic Growth
What This Means For You: Jacksonville leads the large-city category with a 9% population jump after adding around 14,000 residents between mid-2022 and mid-2023. At the same time, it also sustained 43% GDP growth, 10% housing development and 25% export gains. The city is also investing heavily in upgrades to its airport, road systems and drainage to support its expanding population.
Electronic Shuttle Manufacturer To Build Factory In Jacksonville, Creating 800 Jobs
What This Means For You: An autonomous vehicle company, Holon, has signed a development agreement to build a production factory in Jacksonville that could create up to 800 jobs. The new people-mover factory is projected to have $200M economic impact on the First Coast.
Swisher Announces $135M Expansion, Adding 240 Jobs in Jacksonville
What This Means For You: Swisher announced a $135 million expansion of its Jacksonville, Florida, manufacturing operation to support the growing demand for its nicotine and caffeine oral pouch products. The company said the project is expected to create at least 240 jobs by the end of 2027.
UF’s New Jacksonville Campus Promises Innovation and Growth By 2029
What This Means For You: The UF Jacksonville campus is expected to become a hub for research, education, and innovation, covering more than 200,000 square feet with state-of-the-art classrooms, research labs, and administrative offices. UF officials hope to have the first new facility on the campus completed by 2029, marking a significant milestone for education and innovation in Jacksonville.
Jacksonville International Airport Sees Record Passenger Traffic
What This Means For You: Jacksonville International Airport reached a new milestone last month that underscores the city’s growing role as a travel hub for the Southeast. Over 709,000 passengers flew through JAX in July, making it the busiest July in the airport’s history and marking a 3.1% increase over record-breaking traffic from July 2024.
Publix Anchors Gateway Jax Mixed-Use Development in Jacksonville, Florida
What This Means For You: Locally based real estate development firm Gateway Jax has signed a lease with Publix to anchor Pearl Square, a 1.5 million-square-foot mixed-use development underway in Jacksonville. The new Publix will span 31,000 square feet in a building that will also include a 15-story residential tower with 250 apartment units and 400 parking spaces. Gateway Jax and Corner Lot are expected to begin construction on the grocery store in summer 2026.
Amazon Opens New Jacksonville Facility, Adding Dozens of Jobs
What This Means For You: Amazon has opened a new delivery station in Jacksonville, promising to create dozens of full- and part-time jobs, as well as new driver opportunities. The facility is part of Amazon’s effort to enhance the last mile of its order process, ensuring faster deliveries to customers.
