The economic output generated within Greater Geraldton, the local government area incorporating Geraldton, is estimated at $5.072 billion.
The major exports from the Geraldton port in 2012/2013 were (tonnage): iron ore (10,741,662); grain (2,618,507); mineral sands (849,933); copper concentrate (149,450); zinc concentrate (148,420); nickel concentrate (65,919); and livestock (2,758).