The backbone of any community is her people. Our employers tell us that our workforce is second to none in both employee loyalty and worker productivity. If skill enhancement is required, take a look at our training facilities. They are fully customized and user friendly.

Workforce
GreatHires.org  web site
Current labor and wage information for Southeast Missouri.
 
   
Higher Education
Sikeston Area Higher Education Center web site
Southeast Missouri State University web site
Three Rivers Community College web site

Sikeston Career & Technology Center web site
Civilian Labor Force  1st Quarter 2007
Scott County

20,324

New Madrid County

8,586

Mississippi County

5,630

Stoddard County

15,730

   
Unemployment Rate

January 2007

Scott County

5.9%

New Madrid County

7.4%

Mississippi County

6.9%

Stoddard County

7.3%

 

Local Labor Statistics
Sikeston’s labor market area is primarily comprised of four counties.  The statistics here are current for the first quarter of 2007.

In addition to the unemployed, a recently completed survey documents a substantial level of under-employment. New employers can expect to find a generous labor supply, with a good work ethic.

 
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