Orlando has risen to the No. 2 position among U.S. metropolitan areas for technology job growth, according to the Computing Technology Industry Association’s newly released “State of the Tech Workforce 2025” report. This annual study tracks employment trends across the tech industry. It highlights Orlando as one of the fastest-growing technology hubs in the country, ranking second only to Sacramento in terms of year-over-year job gains.
In 2024, Orlando added nearly 1,800 new tech jobs, bringing the total tech employment in the region to approximately 77,700. This represents a 2.3% year-over-year increase, significantly surpassing the national average. Over the past five years, the metro area’s tech workforce has grown by 21%, nearly doubling the region’s overall employment growth and almost twice the national tech job growth rate.
Orlando ranked second in the nation for tech job gains, following New York City in total jobs added, and ahead of other rapidly growing cities like Salt Lake City, Baltimore, and Charlotte.
The tech sector in Orlando continues to provide substantial economic incentives for job seekers, with a median tech wage of around $103,000—more than twice the average salary across all industries in the region.
The surge in tech employment in Orlando is fueled by several factors, including the expansion of major firms such as ThreatLocker, BNY Mellon, and Charles Schwab. The region has also seen a rise in software-related positions, which now make up nearly 40% of all tech jobs locally. Additionally, local institutions like the University of Central Florida have intensified efforts to meet demand, launching major hiring initiatives to increase the engineering and computer science faculty.
Despite this positive momentum, the region faces challenges regarding diversity in the tech workforce. Women hold only 28% of local tech jobs, while Hispanic and Black professionals represent just 17% and 11%, respectively. Business and community leaders emphasize the need for targeted strategies to close these gaps and expand access to opportunities.
Furthermore, Orlando’s tech economy remains relatively underrepresented in terms of business density. Tech firms account for just under 5% of all businesses in the area—below the national average of 5.8%—indicating potential for growth in startup activity and company formation.
With projections showing that the U.S. tech workforce will add more than 350,000 workers annually over the next decade, Orlando is well-positioned to capture a significant share of that growth. However, achieving this will require ongoing investment in talent development, inclusive hiring practices, and support for early-stage innovation.
By securing the No. 2 spot in national tech job growth, Orlando is establishing itself not only as a tourism destination but also as an emerging force in the tech economy.
