Amazon has announced plans to create more than 1,300 new jobs in Port St. Lucie and other locations across Florida. The expansion is part of the company’s ongoing investment in the state, which has already seen over $36 billion injected into Florida’s economy since 2010.
Amazon’s Economic Impact in Florida
Amazon’s influence on Florida’s economy has been substantial. The company’s 2024 U.S. Economic Impact Report highlights several key contributions:
- Jobs Created: More than 52,000 direct jobs have been generated in Florida.
- Economic Contribution: Amazon has added over $38 billion to Florida’s economy.
- Indirect Jobs Supported: In 2023 alone, Amazon supported more than 82,000 indirect jobs in various sectors, including construction, transportation, retail, healthcare, and hospitality.
New Investments Starting in Port St. Lucie
Amazon’s next wave of investment will begin in Port St. Lucie with the construction of a new one-million-square-foot Inbound Cross-dock facility. This site will manage the intake of third-party and Amazon products for distribution to fulfillment centers across the region.
Additional Sites Across Florida
In addition to the Port St. Lucie facility, Amazon will establish three new delivery stations in Melbourne, Jacksonville, and Tampa. These sites are expected to create more than 1,300 full- and part-time jobs, with hourly employees earning an average wage of over $20.50.
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Locations of New Amazon Facilities
The four new sites are anticipated to open in 2024 at the following locations:
- Inbound Cross-Dock: 7600 LTC Parkway, Port St. Lucie, FL, 34986
- Delivery Station: 3998 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL, 32934
- Delivery Station: 855 Saint Johns Bluff Road North, Jacksonville, FL, 32225
- Delivery Station: 13010 Bay Industrial Drive, Tampa, FL, 33534
Local Support for Amazon’s Expansion
Port St. Lucie Mayor Shannon Martin said:
“This expansion offers a fantastic opportunity for local residents—many of whom previously commuted out of the county for work—while also supporting our local economy by keeping dollars circulating within the community and reinforcing Port St. Lucie as a vibrant place to live, work, and play.”
