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West Tennessee Industrial Association
Organized in 1956, WTIA is now today is one of the most automated industrial development organizations in the United States. We provide information and support to prospective companies worldwide.
WTIA is empowered by the 23 electric power distributors to assist you in finding a site within our 21 county area where your company can benefit from the global advantages of doing business in West Tennessee.
URL: http://www.wtia.org
Decatur County Joint Economic and Community Development Board
The Joint Economic and Community Development board is made up of the City and County Mayors with the Board members from business, government and private sector. The goal is to promote the growth of all members represented through joint cooperation. To find out more, contact Bob Newberry, email below.
EMAIL: Bob Newberry This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
URL: http://www.decaturcountytn.org
Southwest Tennessee Development District
As a planning organization, the Southwest Tennessee Development District promotes the renewal and revitalization of both rural and urban communities through betterment of an economic base (Economic Development), physical infrastructure (Community Development) and quality of life (Area Agency on Aging) for the eight county area that we serve.
URL: http://www.swtdd.org
USDA Rural Development
The overall mission of USDA Rural Development is to improve the quality of life for rural Americans. To accomplish this we have the responsibility of coordinating Federal assistance in rural areas of our great state.
Working closely with profit and non-profit sectors, along with state, tribal, and local governments, we are fundamentally changing the way in which the Federal government does business. With this new philosophy of public partnership many positive outcomes for rural Americans are occurring daily.
It is Rural Development's intention to ensure rural citizens can participate fully in the global economy. By providing technical assistance and programs to rural Americans, a stronger economy will be built and will improve the quality of life for all.
URL: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/tn
TVA
Since March 1995, TVA economic development assistance has helped create or retain over 260,000 jobs in the Tennessee Valley. TVA economic development loan funds have helped create or retain 36,838 jobs for Tennessee Valley residents.
For every loan dollar TVA invests, $27 is brought to the table by other investors. Since March 1995 TVA loan commitments of $110 million have leveraged more than $3 billion in additional investment. As of March 2002, TVA-supported business incubators have helped launch 1,100 companies, creating 6,100 jobs.
URL: http://www.tva.com
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Tennessee's phenomenal economic momentum is garnering the attention of leading companies around the world. With our central location, skilled workforce, outstanding transportation network and pro-business environment, Tennessee readily offers the tools for businesses to succeed. From the automotive industry to high technology, to printing and publishing, to warehousing and distribution the state's diverse business base speaks volumes as to the wealth of economic and lifestyle advantages that are helping companies build better products more efficiently.
It is the mission of the Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD) to encourage economic growth and maintain a bright business climate in Tennessee. ECD assists Tennessee communities in preparing and competing for economic development and job creation opportunities. The department also offers support services for entrepreneurs, existing industries and new firms, while marketing the state and recruiting new industries domestically and internationally. Tennessee is the right match for businesses looking for a consistent, predictable and aggressively pro-business climate where they can grow and be profitable. We are ready to work with you to explore the opportunities waiting in Tennessee.
URL: http://www.state.tn.us/ecd
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Decatur County Labor Statistics
and Surrounding Counties
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County Population Labor Force Unemployment Rate
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County
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Population | Labor Force | Unemployment Rate |
| Decatur | 10,775 | 5,970 | 10.6 |
| Benton | 16,014 | 7,830 | 7.2 |
| Carroll | 28,836 | 13,550 | 8.7 |
| Hardin | 24,566 | 12,480 | 9.3 |
| Henderson | 23,451 | 13,740 | 8.9 |
| Perry | 7,217 | 3,780 | 6.6 |
| Wayne | 16,308 | 7,760 | 11.8 |
| Total | 127,167 | 65,110 | |
Source: Tennessee Department of Employment Research & Statistics
(The unemployment numbers changes monthly)
The following Labor stats are provided by the US Census Bureau. You can visit there site by clicking here.
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Subject
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Number
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Percent
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS
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Population 16 years and over
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9,502
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100.0
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| In labor force | 5,454 | 57.4 |
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Civilian labor force
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5,454 | 57.4 |
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Employed
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5,173 | 54.4 |
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Unemployed
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281 | 3.0 |
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Percent of civilian labor force
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5.2 | (X) |
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Armed Forces
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0 | 0.0 |
| Not in labor force | 4,048 | 42.6 |
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Females 16 years and over
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4,887
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100.0
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| In labor force | 2,312 | 47.3 |
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Civilian labor force
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2,312 | 47.3 |
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Employed
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2,160 | 44.2 |
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Own children under 6 years
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786
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100.0
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| All parents in family in labor force | 428 | 54.5 |
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COMMUTING TO WORK
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Workers 16 years and over
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5,062
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100.0
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| Car, truck, or van -- drove alone | 4,041 | 79.8 |
| Car, truck, or van -- carpooled | 788 | 15.6 |
| Public transportation (including taxicab) | 6 | 0.1 |
| Walked | 48 | 0.9 |
| Other means | 66 | 1.3 |
| Worked at home | 113 | 2.2 |
| Mean travel time to work (minutes) | 25.7 | (X) |
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Employed civilian population 16 years and over
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5,173
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100.0
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OCCUPATION
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| Management, professional, and related occupations | 1,017 | 19.7 |
| Service occupations | 778 | 15.0 |
| Sales and office occupations | 917 | 17.7 |
| Farming, fishing, and forestry occupations | 43 | 0.8 |
| Construction, extraction, and maintenance occupations | 773 | 14.9 |
| Production, transportation, and material moving occupations | 1,645 | 31.8 |
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INDUSTRY
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| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining | 226 | 4.4 |
| Construction | 582 | 11.3 |
| Manufacturing | 1,468 | 28.4 |
| Wholesale trade | 153 | 3.0 |
| Retail trade | 543 | 10.5 |
| Transportation and warehousing, and utilities | 321 | 6.2 |
| Information | 109 | 2.1 |
| Finance, insurance, real estate, and rental and leasing | 89 | 1.7 |
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Professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services
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130 | 2.5 |
| Educational, health and social services | 862 | 16.7 |
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Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services
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256 | 4.9 |
| Other services (except public administration) | 250 | 4.8 |
| Public administration | 184 | 3.6 |
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CLASS OF WORKER
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| Private wage and salary workers | 4,069 | 78.7 |
| Government workers | 669 | 12.9 |
| Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business | 418 | 8.1 |
| Unpaid family workers | 17 | 0.3 |
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INCOME IN 1999
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Households
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4,938
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100.0
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| Less than $10,000 | 883 | 17.9 |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 439 | 8.9 |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 848 | 17.2 |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 782 | 15.8 |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 868 | 17.6 |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 699 | 14.2 |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 220 | 4.5 |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 110 | 2.2 |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 0.3 |
| $200,000 or more | 76 | 1.5 |
| Median household income (dollars) | 28,741 | (X) |
| With earnings | 3,531 | 71.5 |
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Mean earnings (dollars)
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40,217 | (X) |
| With Social Security income | 1,750 | 35.4 |
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Mean Social Security income (dollars)
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9,210 | (X) |
| With Supplemental Security Income | 306 | 6.2 |
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Mean Supplemental Security Income (dollars)
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5,440 | (X) |
| With public assistance income | 201 | 4.1 |
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Mean public assistance income (dollars)
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1,325 | (X) |
| With retirement income | 935 | 18.9 |
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Mean retirement income (dollars)
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12,577 | (X) |
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Families
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3,460
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100.0
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| Less than $10,000 | 343 | 9.9 |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 215 | 6.2 |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 574 | 16.6 |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 602 | 17.4 |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 734 | 21.2 |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 631 | 18.2 |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 201 | 5.8 |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 97 | 2.8 |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 0.4 |
| $200,000 or more | 50 | 1.4 |
| Median family income (dollars) | 34,919 | (X) |
| Per capita income (dollars) | 17,285 | (X) |
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Median earnings (dollars):
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| Male full-time, year-round workers | 25,945 | (X) |
| Female full-time, year-round workers | 20,155 | (X) |
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POVERTY STATUS IN 1999 (below poverty level)
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Families
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477
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(X)
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 13.8 |
| With related children under 18 years | 281 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 18.5 |
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With related children under 5 years
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127 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 22.1 |
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Families with female householder, no husband present
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163
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(X)
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 36.5 |
| With related children under 18 years | 136 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 47.1 |
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With related children under 5 years
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40 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 63.5 |
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Individuals
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1,833
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(X)
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 16.0 |
| 18 years and over | 1,354 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 15.1 |
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65 years and over
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427 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 22.2 |
| Related children under 18 years | 471 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 18.9 |
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Related children 5 to 17 years
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334 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 18.1 |
| Unrelated individuals 15 years and over | 558 | (X) |
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Percent below poverty level
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(X) | 32.1 |
| (X) Not applicable. Detailed Occupation Code List (PDF 42KB) Detailed Industry Code List (PDF 44KB) User note on employment status data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2000 Summary File 3, Matrices P30, P32, P33, P43, P46, P49, P50, P51, P52, P53, P58, P62, P63, P64, P65, P67, P71, P72, P73, P74, P76, P77, P82, P87, P90, PCT47, PCT52, and PCT53 |
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