Workforce Data

WYEDC believes that there must be a strong connection between the current and future workforce in Wyandotte County to existing, well-paying jobs. Ultimately, the communities that provide sustainable solutions will help drive long-term national economic development.

Workforce

Total Businesses

5,051

Total Employed

91,634

Workers 16+

76,259

2023 Retail Trade Businesses

Businesses

699

Employed

10,888

2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance

Businesses

461

Employed

10,423

2023 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service

Businesses

304

Employed

9,774

2023 Manufacturing Businesses

Businesses

213

Employed

8,205

2023 Wholesale Trade Businesses

Businesses

235

Employed

8,166

2023 Educational Services - Businesses

Businesses

138

Employed

6,769

Some
High School

9,601

Graduated
High School

30,373

Associates
Degree

9,919

Bachelor's
Degree

15,097

Graduate
Degree

7,756

Average Commute Time

22 min.

Resident Commuters

38,229

Non-Resident Commuters

22,623

Drive Alone

59,456

Carpooled

9,560

Public

675

Work At Home

4,794

Source: ESRI, 2023-10-17

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