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Employment By Industry    
Text Box: A diverse mix of industries provides insulation to major downturns in a changing economy.
A Balanced Economy
Employment By Industry
Industry Sectors % of Total Employees % of Total Wage Average Annual Wage
Administration & Support Services 20.7% 18.4% $29,936
Retail Trade 12.5% 9.0% $24,444
Health Care & Social Assistance 10.0% 10.8% $36,756
Construction 8.4% 10.0% $40,482
Manufacturing 7.8% 10.3% $44,169
Accommodation & Food Service 7.5% 3.3% $14,748
Source:  2006 ES202, Agency for Workforce Innovation - updated January 2008
Average Monthly Employment  127,792
Average Annual Wage(all industries) $33,801
Source:  2006 ES202, Agency for Workforce Innovation - updated January 2008
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