Overview of
St. Johns County
St. Johns County combines one of the region's fastest-growing, most highly educated workforces with a pro-business environment and exceptional quality of life. Growing communities, available commercial and industrial sites, and access to the Northeast Florida market make it an attractive location for business investment.
349,690
Population
150K
Employed Workforce
41.8%
Labor Force Growth (2014-2024)
$106.2K
Median Household Income
(Among Florida’s highest)
Advantages of St. Johns County
Built for Business. Backed by Community
Top-Ranked Schools
The St. Johns County School District consistently ranks among Florida’s best — with career academies and industry-aligned programs that build a ready workforce pipeline.
Strategic Location
Direct access to I-95, I-295 and US-1, with proximity to JAXPORT and Jacksonville International Airport for seamless regional and global distribution.
Pro-Business Tax Climate
No local gas tax, no utility franchise tax and a competitive 0.5% local option sales tax dedicated to schools. Florida’s zero state income tax adds further advantage.
Developable Land & Infrastructure
Fiber-optic connectivity, modern utilities and significant open acreage provide the foundation for industrial, office and mixed-use development at scale.
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Key Industries
St. Johns County's economy is anchored by advanced manufacturing and aerospace, with Northrop Grumman operating one of the nation's leading aircraft service facilities in St. Augustine for more than 40 years. Life sciences is accelerating, as demonstrated by Publix's new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility and AdventHealth's expansion into the county. Distribution and logistics, food and beverage and corporate operations round out a diversified and growing industrial base.
Advanced Manufacturing
A skilled workforce, development-ready sites and a strong industrial base support manufacturers across aerospace, building products and precision manufacturing.
Aerospace
Northrop Grumman's aircraft integration and modification facility anchors a growing aerospace cluster supported by regional talent and aviation assets.
Life Sciences
Investments from Publix, AdventHealth and a growing health care ecosystem are driving expansion in pharmaceutical manufacturing, health care and medical services.
Transportation & Logistics
Access to Interstate 95, U.S. 1 and the Northeast Florida transportation network supports efficient distribution and supply chain operations.
Tourism & Hospitality
World-renowned destinations including St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach and championship golf resorts make tourism and hospitality a cornerstone of the county's economy.
Major Employers
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Quality of Life
The county’s appeal extends well beyond business metrics. With the PGA TOUR’s global headquarters and THE PLAYERS Championship in Ponte Vedra, Nocatee’s nationally ranked master-planned communities, the cultural draw of St. Augustine, and miles of Atlantic coastline, St. Johns County consistently attracts and retains top-tier talent. A median household income of $106,200 reflects the caliber of workforce already living here — and the quality of life that keeps them.
Stories of Success
Publix Pharmaceutical Facility
St. Johns
Publix Super Markets selected St. Johns County for a new central fill pharmaceutical facility — a project that will generate up to 400 jobs and advance the region’s growing life sciences sector. The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approved a $5.8 million economic development reinvestment package to support the project, with JAXUSA Partnership facilitating the introduction.
Available Sites
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Talk with Local Contacts
St. Johns County Economic Development
Christine Valliere, Director of Economic Development & Intergovernmental Affairs
St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce
Scott Maynard, Sr. VP of Economic Development & Public Policy
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