The Nice Côte d’Azur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) publishes its 2024 edition of “Key Figures,” revealing the economic vitality of the department. With the predominance of the tertiary sector, the creation of businesses, and a majority of small structures, the local economy stands out for its density and diversity.
The figures for the year 2024 confirm the presence of a dense economic fabric in the Alpes-Maritimes. The department has 153,974 active establishments. Among them, more than 102,000 are registered with the Trade and Companies Register. The tax-free turnover amounts to 78 billion euros, an increase compared to the previous year.
The creation of businesses continues to progress. In 2024, 27,199 new structures were established. This dynamic is part of a vast territory of 163 municipalities, organized into seven intercommunalities.
Very small businesses remain dominant. They represent 95.7% of establishments. Medium-sized enterprises (between 11 and 249 employees) account for 4.2%. Large companies remain marginal: only 0.1% exceed 250 employees.
The Service Sector Leading, Industry Lagging
The economy of the Alpes-Maritimes remains primarily oriented towards services. This sector concentrates 62% of establishments and 60% of jobs. It encompasses 63,886 structures and employs more than 200,000 people.
Specialized, Scientific, and Technical Activities lead with 11,412 establishments. They are followed by real estate activities (9,716) and accommodation and food services (9,239). The latter branch is also the largest employer among the services with nearly 39,000 employees.
Commerce retains significant weight: 22% of establishments, or 22,466 structures, and a proportional number of jobs (71,380). Retail trade dominates with 14,578 establishments and 46,421 jobs.
Construction accounts for 10% of the economic fabric and 9% of employment. Specialized works are the majority with nearly 9,000 establishments out of the 10,634 recorded.
Finally, industry remains a reduced sector. It represents 6% of establishments and 9% of jobs. There are 5,530 companies and slightly more than 30,000 positions. The food industries are the most prevalent, with 1,123 establishments, employing more than 4,500 people. Other branches such as energy production, chemistry, or the manufacture of metal products also appear in the ranking.
A Decision-Making Tool
For the Nice Côte d’Azur CCI, this annual publication serves as a reference for professionals and public stakeholders. It offers a detailed snapshot of the local economy and its developments.
This environmental analysis tool facilitates decision-making. The DATA06 portal supplements this work online, with indicators available by territory and sector.
This data helps to better understand the dynamics at work on the Côte d’Azur. It also provides keys to support businesses in their development or their investment projects.
