One of our greatest strengths is in our skilled and well-trained workforce. Expanding or relocating to Iredell, NC, will allow you to take advantage of a quality labor pool, competitive wages, and thriving business climate backed by our economic corporation whose singular purpose is to help your business succeed.
Our Greatest Strength Is Our People
What makes Iredell County an attractive destination for businesses? A labor force of 89,000, a regional workforce of 1.1 million, and an annual population growth rate of 1.5% for the past 10 years. Our central location, quality of life, and outstanding schools continue to inspire businesses and residents to relocate and expand here. With 18 four-year colleges and universities in the Charlotte region, Iredell County employers have access to over 14,000 graduates per year.
Workforce Snapshot
Iredell County Insured Employment & Wages by Industry
| Industry | Average Employment | Annual Wages Paid | Average Wage Per Employee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 11,207 | $601,012,517 | $53,628.31 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 8,451 | $381,749,346 | $45,172.09 |
| Retail Trade | 9,564 | $244,241,794 | $25,537.62 |
| Accommodation & Food Service | 6,920 | $98,744,389 | $14,269.42 |
| Educational Services | 5,054 | $181,084,748 | $35,829.99 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 4,591 | $128,415,176 | $27,971.07 |
| Construction | 4,351 | $174,067,133 | $40,006.24 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3,362 | $173,301,880 | $51,547.26 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2,135 | $84,064,365 | $39,374.41 |
| Public Administration | 2,662 | $106,475,157 | $39,998.18 |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2,104 | $104,292,351 | $49,568.61 |
| Professional, Scientific & Technical Services | 2,683 | $150,909,685 | $56,246.62 |
| Other Services | 1,697 | $45,392,072 | $26,748.42 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,192 | $70,029,635 | $58,749.69 |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 649 | $23,054,370 | $35,522.91 |
| Information | 575 | $21,067,939 | $36,639.89 |
| Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 438 | $20,659,483 | $47,167.77 |
| Utilities | 244 | $18,220,452 | $74,673.98 |
| Mining | 32 | $1,466,564 | $45,830.13 |
Source: NCESC: Quarterly Census Employment & Wages by Supersector or Domain, aggregate of all types.
Iredell County Employment & Wages by Manufacturing Industry
| Industry | Average Employment | Total Wages | Average Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machinery Manufacturing | 1,565 | $102,882,125 | $65,739 |
| Transportation Equipment Manufacturing | 1,401 | $78,006,884 | $55,679 |
| Plastics & Rubber Products Manufacturing | 1,260 | $59,196,922 | $46,982 |
| Textile Mills | 774 | $35,683,560 | $46,103 |
| Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing | 1,098 | $50,492,271 | $45,986 |
| Paper Manufacturing | 582 | $37,402,782 | $64,266 |
| Food Manufacturing | 375 | $20,047,969 | $53,461 |
| Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing | 637 | $29,776,828 | $46,745 |
| Electrical Equipment and Appliances | * | * | * |
| Primary Metal Manufacturing | 390 | $19,296,800 | $49,479 |
| Miscellaneous Manufacturing | 204 | $12,390,566 | $60,738 |
| Apparel Manufacturing | 374 | $35,683,560 | $95,411 |
| Textile Product Mills | 253 | $8,809,583 | $34,820 |
| Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing | 297 | $9,127,898 | $30,734 |
| Wood Product Manufacturing | 109 | $3,889,829 | $35,687 |
| Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing | 197 | $11,219,693 | $56,953 |
| Chemical Manufacturing | 713 | $61,374,596 | $86,079 |
| Printing and Related Support Activities | * | * | * |
