Florida has the best economy in the U.S. in 2024, according to a new CNBC ranking.
The state added 240,000 new jobs last year, an increase of 2.5%, the report said.
GDP increased 5% in 2023 to 1.28 trillion, among the fastest nationwide.
New business applications grew even faster, up 9%.
Florida’s budget and housing markets are also said to be balanced.
The news network gave Florida an A+ ranking for its economy, and its highest point rating out of all 50 states.
