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The Salina area labor force is made up of a community range based on a 30-mile commute.  This range encompasses part or all of Dickinson, Ellsworth, Lincoln, McPherson, Ottawa and Saline Counties.  These counties are primarily rural in nature with the majority of manufacturing located in Salina, McPherson and Abilene (Dickinson).

The Kansas Department of Labor
Topeka, KS   (785) 296-5000

   2005
Annual
Estimates
2006
Annual
Estimates
Saline County Civilian Labor Force 33,596 34,091
Employed 32,268 32,893
Unemployed 1328 1198
Rate 4% 3.5%

Source:  Kansas Department of Labor, Research & Analysis Section

 Salina County Civilian Labor Force         2006 Year End Totals

Total Saline County Civilian Labor Force – 34,091

2006 Annual Averages
Agriculture, Hunting, Fishing 21,657
Utilities 50
Construction 34,950
Manufacturing 39,950
Wholesale Trade 42,288
Retail Trade 21,534
Transportation & Warehousing 68,824
Information 33,431
Finance & Insurance 35,146
Real Estate & Rental & Leasing 24,887
Professional & Technical Services 24,516
Management of Companies & Enterprises 56,134
Administrative & Waste Services 21,938
Educational Services 26,435
Health Care & Social Assistance 34,951
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation 15,399
Accommodation & Food Services 10,321
Other Services, Exec. Public Administration 19,094
Government 30,462

 

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