One of St. Joseph's most
valuable resources is its people. St. Joseph
workers have gained a well deserved reputation
for hard work, high productivity and low
absenteeism and turnover.
One factor contributing to our
high quality workforce is the educational background
of our residents. Nearly 86.4 percent of the area's
adult population have a high school education or better.
As a result of a community-wide partnership, St. Joseph's
high school dropout rate is among the lowest in the
state between 11 and 12 percent. Furthermore, more
than 22.8 percent of St. Joseph workers have a bachelor's
degree or better.
To ensure a well-trained
workforce that meets the needs of local
employers, continuing education and customized
training is available through Hillyard Technical
Center, Vatterott College, and Missouri Western
State University.
An unemployment rate that averages
between 4 and 5 percent creates a pool of
available workers that is bolstered by surrounding
communities.
Missouri has lower than average
rates for unemployment and workers' compensation insurance.
And at 6.25 percent, Missouri's corporate tax is one
of the nation's lowest. The favorable tax structure
complemented by St. Joseph's positive work ethic translates
directly into industry profitability.
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