Jepara district is a district that was born from trading activities. This study intends to analyze the characteristics of Jepara regency economy associated with regional growth theory of export base and see a picture of the application of the theory of the growth of the export base in Jepara regency. This study uses a model export base analysis and sector analysis model base. The results showed the condition of Jepara regency trade balance defi cit should be a concern if you want to implement a growth model export base. Community characteristics, expertise woodcarving hereditary, the ability to survive in times of crisis, as well as branding of furniture and handicraft carving that can actually be used as the power demand (exports).