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Georgia Ranked Top 10 Exporting State in 2020

Feb 26, 2021

Georgia was ranked among the nation's 10 top exporting states last year for the first time. Georgia businesses exported $38.8 billion in goods in 2020, reaching 215 countries and territories and suffering the lowest rate of export contraction among the top 10 states, despite the economic effects of the Coronavirus pandemic. 

"Over the last year, hardworking Georgians showed their tenacity and their determination to transform obstacles into opportunities," said Governor Brian P. Kemp. "These numbers are yet another example of their strength." 

Georgia's total trade last year reached $137.7 billion, spanning 221 countries and territories. Read more here. 

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