Regional Economic Research Institute

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

DECEMBER 2023

Airport Activity

Up 44 percent from October 2022 to October 2023.

Tourist Tax Revenues

Down 3 percent from September 2022 to September 2023.

Taxable Sales

Up 13 percent from September 2022 to September 2023.

Unemployment Rate

Up 0.5 percentage points from October 2022 to October 2023.

Single-family Building Permits

Up 67 percent from October 2022 to October 2023.

Single-family Home Sales

Up 37 percent from October 2022 to October 2023.

Single-family Home Prices

Down 6 percent for all three coastal counties from October 2022 to October 2023.

Residential Active Listings

Up 74 percent from October 2022 to October 2023.

DECEMBER 2023 Reportindicators Dashboard

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Regional Economic Research Institute

10501 FGCU Boulevard South
Lucas Hall 314
Fort Myers, Florida 33965

(239) 590-7370