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Labor
Study Highlights
In a recent survey of St. Joseph's employers,
87% rated the workforce stability above average
or excellent; 69% rated workforce productivity
above average or excellent; and 75% rated the
workforce availability above average or
excellent.
Source: St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce
2004-2005 Business Retention Survey
Since no one industry dominates the Northwest
Missouri region, employers benefit from a
diverse, available workforce pool.
According to a recent labor study, there are
19,614 available workers in St. Joseph .
Source: Quantitative Resources, 2002
St. Joseph workers are loyal. Our workers
have been with their current employer for an
average of 10 years.
Educational Attainment
(Highest Level Completed)
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St. Joseph
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Missouri
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< High School
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8%
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9%
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High School Diploma/GED
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46%
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32%
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Some College
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20%
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21%
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Associate's Degree
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5%
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5%
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Bachelor's Degree
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16%
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15%
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Master's Degree or Higher
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5%
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8%
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Source: Quantitative Resources, 2002
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