North Port is a thriving, fast-growing community strategically positioned between
Tampa and Fort Myers in Sarasota County. With a strong mix of amenities and economic
assets, it has emerged as an attractive destination for corporate headquarters,
manufacturing, technology firms, financial services, healthcare operations, and more.
Over the past twelve years, the city has experienced steady population growth and recently
became the lead city for the North Port–Bradenton–Sarasota Metropolitan Statistical Area
(MSA). Businesses are drawn to North Port’s low impact fees, competitive utility rates,
affordable land costs, and overall tax-friendly environment. The city also maintains a
strong reputation for efficient planning and permitting processes. North Port’s Economic
Development Division is dedicated to supporting businesses at every stage of growth.
North Port has recorded an 11.8% increase in GDP and an 18.9% rise in new residents
relocating from outside the region, growth that helped propel it to No. 2 on the list of
America’s fastest-growing boomtowns. As the second-fastest-growing city in the United
States, North Port offers a compelling combination of rapid population expansion,
affordable real estate, and strong rental demand. These factors together make it an
increasingly attractive choice for investors from across the country and around the world.
Only three Florida metro areas made the top 10 here, and North Port jumped up to No. 2