Workforce
A Stable, Competitive and Productive Workforce
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Geographic. As part of the St. Louis Metropolitan Statistical Area, the location provides advantages with both urban and rural amenities for its workforce, having a vast workforce talent pool within easy commute and the cost advantages found in more rural areas. |
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Education and Training. Local job training programs are offered through East Central College's customized training program. Several of the nation's finest four-year Universities and Colleges are within an easy commute, offering the area a highly trained workforce. |
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Quality of Life. The area boasts of several recreational opportunities and residents enjoy the small-town feel as well as the lower cost of living associated with small-town living, while still having access to the big city amenities. |
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Existing Industry. The strong presence of manufacturing in Franklin County makes the area more attractive to suppliers and advanced manufacturing firms. |
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Download the latest Workforce Study |
Workforce Overview |
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Franklin County Unemployment Rate (December 2018) |
2.9% |
Union, MO Population (2010 Census) |
10,204 |
Population Employed in Union, MO |
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Total Laborshed Workforce (ages 15-69) |
71,653 |
Number of Workers within 50 Miles |
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Average Franklin County Wage (2016) |
$18.15 /hr |