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Clay County
Clay County, Florida offers a strategic location at the center of one of the Southeast’s most dynamic and fast-growing regions.
As part of the Jacksonville metro, businesses benefit from access to a large regional market, a multi-county labor shed, and proximity to major employment centers. The county is well-connected by I-10, I-95, and the transformative First Coast Expressway, opening new corridors for commercial and industrial growth while enabling efficient movement of goods and access to customers. Companies can tap into a strong workforce, along with proximity to military installations, ports, and logistics hubs, creating a powerful advantage for long-term success.
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See how the First Coast Expressway is reshaping connectivity, opening prime development corridors, and creating new opportunities for business growth, investment, and community expansion, positioning the region for its next wave of momentum.
Clay County offers a strong and growing workforce supported by steady population gains, high labor force participation, and access to a broad regional talent pool. As part of a 13-county labor shed, employers benefit from a deep bench of skilled workers, including many experienced residents who currently commute outside the county for employment.
Workforce development is further strengthened by regional education partners, including nearby institutions like the University of Florida, along with local K–12 and career and technical education programs that align training with industry needs. Together, these assets position Clay County to deliver the reliable, job-ready talent companies need to grow and compete.
