The Advantages Comparative of Economic Sectors in Pinrang Regency at 2016 – 2020

Purpose: The objective of this study is to identify and analyze the sectors that have had a comparative advantage in Pinrang Regency last 5 years, using location matching (LQ) method. Theoretical framework: was Salvator (1997). Ricardo explained if two countries trade with each other export goods advantage, they will be lucky. Design/methodology/approach: To determine base sectors, it carried out LQ formula where technique presented relative comparison between capabilities sector same Regency/City. Findings: results research are expected source scientific for economic operators, especially field regional planning. According cocin-n location, primary agriculture. In addition healthcare, food manufacturing, electricity become transportation, car factory, one industrial facilities. Research, Practical & Social implications: equitable distribution development should take into account problems opportunities specialization process area, advantages area. Originality/value: Queen 24 regenerations South Sulawesi province. This area an independent environment Government has authority establish governance progress provide services community properly plan, manage utilize potential region.