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An Educated and Dedicated Workforce

Having six educational institutions within an hour’s drive provides great opportunities for qualified workforce.  In addition to four-year universities, Arkansas is dedicated to the growth of technical programs that benefit manufacturing all over the state.

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High School Graduate or Higher

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Bachelor's Degree or Higher

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Workforce Data

022 Labor Force by Industry (Esri)

2022 Civilian Population Age 16+ in Labor Force
2022 Employed Civilian Population Age 16+ by Occupation Base
Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing/Hunting410
Mining/Quarrying/Oil & Gas Extraction92
Construction4,390
Manufacturing3,840
Wholesale Trade1,021
Retail Trade5,771
Transportation/Warehousing1,864
Utilities294
Information571
Finance/Insurance1,599
Real Estate/Rental/Leasing837
Professional/Scientific/Tech Services2,034
Management of Companies/Enterprises20
Admin/Support/Waste Management Services2,282
Educational Services2,926
Health Care/Social Assistance7,867
Arts/Entertainment/Recreation1,365
Accommodation/Food Services3,835
Other Services (excl Public Administration)1,787
Public Administration2,258

* Source: Esri Geoenrichment Service

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