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The capital of the state of Florida is Tallahassee, it is also Leon County’s county seat.

It is the 126th-largest city in the United States, with a population of 181,376, and the 8th-largest city in the state of Florida. Tallahassee is the largest city in the Florida Big Bend and Florida Panhandle areas, and the region’s key trade and agricultural center.

Florida State University, considered the nation’s eighth best public university by U.S. News & World Report, is located in Tallahassee.

Florida A&M University, the fifth-largest historically black university in terms of overall enrollment, is also located there.

Tallahassee Community College is a significant public university that primarily acts as a feeder school for Florida State University and Florida A&M University. With a student population of over 70,000, Tallahassee is clearly a major college town.

Tallahassee is home to the Florida State Capitol, the Florida Supreme Court, the Florida Governor’s Mansion, and approximately 30 state department offices. The Florida Bar and the Florida Chamber of Commerce are only two of the city’s many lobbying, trad, and professional associations.  The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory is located in Tallahassee and it is a recognized regional hub for scientific research. Tallahassee received the National Civic League’s All-American City Award for the second time in 2015.

Tallahassee Business Economy

As you would expect of the state’s capital city, Government represents the major industry in Tallahassee.   Tallahassee does not rest government employment however.

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, Municipal Code Corporation, State Board of Administration of Florida (SBA), Mainline Information Systems,[86] and United Solutions Company are all situated in Tallahassee.

Top Employers

The top employers in Tallahassee, according to the city’s 2015 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report are:

• Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare
• City of Tallahassee
• Publix
• Tallahassee Community College
• Florida A&M University
• Leon County
• Capital Regional Medical Center
• State of Florida
• Florida State University
• Leon County School Board
• Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare

Education Sector

Tallahassee’s principal business is state government; however education is becoming an increasingly important contributor to the local economy. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Nova University, Barry University, and other specialty training centers thrive here,

The list is not close to complete until you also add Florida State University, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee Community College, Lively Vocational-Technical School, Keiser University College, Flagler College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Nova University, and other specialty training centers.

Life Sciences and Medical Sector

The medical community is just as strong, with two major hospitals, specialty clinics, and treatment facilities. The FSU College of Medicine is located in Tallahassee. The mission of the Florida State University College of Medicine is to educate and nurture outstanding physicians who provide patient-centered care, find and advance knowledge, and are attentive to community needs, particularly among the elderly, rural, minority, and underserved.

Technology Sector

A well-educated workforce also helps to support the fast-growing high-tech industry. Out of just 13 such labs in the world, Tallahassee is home to the National High Field Magnetic Laboratory, which is the world’s largest and most powerful magnetic laboratory.

Fortune 500 representation

Tallahassee is also home to Fortune 500 companies such as General Dynamics and Mainline Information Systems.

Agriculture Sector

North Florida’s agriculture is also strong, with productive tree farms, successful crops such as tomatoes, soybeans, cotton, peanuts, hay, and watermelons, as well as ample livestock, primarily cattle.

Fisheries

Because of Tallahassee’s proximity to the shore, fresh seafood such as shrimp, scallops, grouper, snapper, and oysters abound. The neighboring Apalachicola Bay supplies 90% of Florida’s oysters. The aquaculture of catfish and clams is a rapidly expanding industry.

Retail Sector

Tallahassee’s retail sector is likewise thriving, with over 1.2 million people living within a 100-mile radius. Tallahassee is the area’s center for shopping, entertainment, and business.