In order to ensure the sustainable and healthy development of forestry resources in Hubei province , it is neces- sary to study the development level of forestry modernization in Hubei province in depth to formulate a scientific forestry resources development plan . In this study, the factor analysis method was used to compare and analyze two dimensions , province and time . In the provincial dimension, by measuring the comprehensive score of forestry modernization of each province , the development level of forestry modernization in Hubei province and23other provinces or municipalities di- rectly under the central government in china was compared horizontally. In terms of time , by measuring the development level index of forestry modernization in Hubei province from2012to2021, the advantages and shortcomings of Hubei province，s development endowment are analyzed and compared, so as to provide more data for the development planning of forestry modernization in Hubei province .