• There are approximately 16,900 manufacturing companies in Florida, employing more than 390,000 residents.
• Florida ranks thirteenth in the nation in terms of manufacturing jobs. California, Texas, and Ohio top the list respectively.
• Manufacturing contributes $35.9 billion to the state’s gross domestic product, and represents 93 percent of all its exports.
• Florida exports to 222 countries, with Brazil, Canada, Venezuela, Mexico and Columbia being the top five countries importing Florida-made products.
• The average annual salary for a Florida manufacturing employee is $46,540, compared to $37,260 state average salary for all industries.

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The 5th Annual Manufacturers' Summit will be held November 5-6, 2008,
at the Omni Jacksonville Hotel, Jacksonville, Florida. More information here.