Economic Impact
Growth In Every Industry
An economic powerhouse, Georgia's deepwater ports foster growth statewide. Georgia Ports Authority drives development and opportunity across a wide range of industries reaching every corner of every county.
The statewide economic impact of Georgia’s ports in Fiscal Year 2021 includes:
561,087
Full- and part-time jobs
11 percent of Georgia's total employment
$140B
In Sales
12 percent of Georgia’s total sales
$59B
In State GDP
9 percent of Georgia’s total GDP
$33B
In Income
6 percent of Georgia’s total personal income
$7.4B
In federal taxes
$2B
In state taxes
$1.8B
In local taxes
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Georgia Ports is an economic engine for the State of Georgia, accounting for one out of every 11 jobs in the Peach State.
More ImpactEconomic Impact of Georgia’s Deepwater Ports - FY 2021
Jeffrey M. Humphreys, Director; Terry College of Business; The University of Georgia; This summary highlights some of the findings regarding the economic impact of Georgia’s deepwater ports on Georgia’s economy in fiscal year 2021.
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