Tasmania runs a large trade surplus, with imports equivalent to less than half of exports; the state has been in budgetary deficit for a number of years.

Major employers include the Tasmanian State Government, Federal Group, Incat, MyState Limited and Tassal.

With a gross state product per capita of $AUD 50,237 (2015-2016)[13] Tasmania is rich by world standards.

[23] This accounts for approximately 11% of Tasmania's total agricultural value and 1.1% of the state's overall economy.

[24] Employment in the sector is substantial, with 2,708 full-time equivalent (FTE) positions directly linked to fresh produce activities.

However, challenges such as workforce availability and freight logistics have been identified as potential constraints to future growth.

[27] Infrastructure developments, including a $130 million upgrade to Hobart Airport's runway, are expected to enhance export opportunities by facilitating direct flights to Southeast Asia.

[29] The total estimated revenue, for the information and communications technology industry, in Tasmania for 2010 was $AUD 1,137 million.

In addition, the price and reliability of the supply of electricity impact on the economic performance of other sectors of the Tasmanian economy.

The vast majority of the states power supply is classified as green energy.