Robust Regional Research For a Strong Regional Economy
Tracking trends, interpreting impact, and forecasting the future.
The Regional Economic Research Institute (RERI) studies the regional and state economy and conducts on-demand economic research of issues pertaining to Southwest Florida. Economic Research includes areas such as economic development and forecasting, economic impact analysis, surveys, among others. If you are a decision-maker in need of relevant data and analysis, the RERI can help assist you.
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Southwest Florida Economic Outlook
May 2024
Airport Activity
Up 21 percent from March 2023 to March 2024.Tourist Tax Revenues
Up 11 percent from February 2023 to February 2024.Taxable Sales
Down 12 percent from February 2023 to February 2024.Unemployment Rate
Up 0.5 percentage points from March 2023 to March 2024.Single-family Building Permits
Up 18 percent from March 2023 to March 2024.Single-family Home Sales
Up 2 percent from March 2023 to March 2024.Single-family Home Prices
Up 2 percent in Collier, down 3 and 4 percent in Charlotte and Lee from March 2023 to March 2024.Residential Active Listings
Up 98 percent from March 2023 to March 2024.MAY 2024 Reportindicators Dashboard
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