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Top 10 Reasons to Bring Your Business to Tampa

With one of the most diversified economies in the country, Tampa Bay is Florida’s capital of opportunity. In 2025, the city has already seen growth and expansion within the area from companies like Medability, Norwalt, Lithium Battery Company and STM Canna. Businesses continue to flock to the area for a variety of reasons. From travel access to a high quality of life, below you’ll find the top 10 reasons why residents and investors alike are considering bringing their businesses to Tampa. 

  1. Rapidly growing metropolitan area: Rapid city growth 

Tampa Bay is the second largest metropolitan area in Florida and the 17th largest in the United States. With no signs of slowing down, the Tampa Bay region is one of the fastest growing in the country. This population boom is attracting fresh new talent to the area and expanding the potential customer base for local businesses. 

  1. 20+ major business headquarters: Business is booming 

Tampa is home to more than 20 major business headquarters, including Bloomin’ Brands, Coke Florida, Mosaic and Suzuki Marine to name a few. With zero personal income tax and low corporate income tax, Tampa is an ideal headquarter location over other major cities. Businesses choosing to headquarter in Tampa experience more collaboration among community leaders and benefit from a strong local economy, as Florida consistently ranks as one of the top states to do business in.

  1. Pro-business climate: Build your business

Businesses that know us, love us. Tampa is home to nearly 500 foreign-owned companies from 40 different countries. Companies that have a major presence in Tampa Bay continue to grow here because of our collaborative business community, business-friendly government leaders, and the pro-business measures put in place by the city and state. 

  1. Strong talent pool: Locally developed skillsets

With 80+ colleges, universities and technical schools in the Tampa Bay region, businesses have an expansive, local talent pool to select from. Once known as a city for brain drain, Tampa is now a top city for brain gain. Graduates are choosing to stay here to build their careers and former residents are boomeranging back. And with an excellent quality of life, recruiting new talent to the area is a breeze. 

  1. Global connectivity: Travel made easy

Tampa International Airport (TPA), has been ranked as the #1 large airport in the country for two years in a row by J.D. Power. With 250+ daily flights; 80+ nonstop routes to major U.S. cities and global destinations such as Frankfurt, Amsterdam, London and Panama City, Tampa Bay is globally connected to every part of the world. TPA is also one of the easiest and fastest airports to navigate, earning it high praise by locals and frequent business travelers.   

  1. Real estate options and development: Expand your footprint

Tampa is home to one of the largest suburban office submarkets in Florida. Downtown and the Westshore District offer traditional Class A office space. New developments like Midtown, Water Street, The Heights and GasWorx offer unique office space and high-end amenities within mixed use developments. Tampa offers no shortage of real estate and development opportunities to grow your business.

  1. Quality of life: Calling Tampa home

Tampa offers sun and walkability year-round. The warm climate, access to multiple bodies of water, endless entertainment and emphasis on mobility around the city makes Tampa the perfect home outside of the office. No matter what you’re looking for –a relaxed environment or the bustle of a metropolitan city – Tampa has something for everyone.

  1. Leisure and Entertainment: Never a dull moment

Tampa is home to four major league sports teams, a plethora of concert venues, a vibrant arts and culture scene, as well as endless food and dining options. Whether it’s a short drive to some of the country’s most renowned beaches or time spent at a local craft brewery, there is something for everyone, no matter your preference on leisure and time spent outside of work.

  1. Diversity: You belong here

Tampa was founded on a rich and diverse culture that continues to evolve and expand. Tampa is home to individuals from more than 130 nationalities and is also proud to be known as inclusive to LGBTQ+ individuals and families. Tampa routinely receives a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s annual Municipal Equality Index, supporting the efforts of making Tampa a welcoming home for everyone.

  1. Strong local economy: Boundless opportunities

The Tampa area boasts one of the most diverse economies in the country, and a diverse economy is a strong one. According to Chmura Analytics, Hillsborough County has the 4th most diversified economy in the country. This means our economy is more insulated against economic shocks, providing more stability for our local businesses.

For more information on the resources and opportunities available for your current or future business in Tampa Bay, please visit the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council’s website at tampabayedc.com.