Workforce
The diversified and talented workforce powering Cincinnati's economic engine stems largely from the production of its many colleges, universities and vocational schools whose targeted programs supplement the region's array of industries with skilled personnel.
More than 1 million students are enrolled at more than 299 colleges and universities within a 200-mile radius of Cincinnati. Out of those, 33,000 scientists and engineers are located within 50 miles of the city.
With more than 1.56 million workers living within 50 miles of Downtown Cincinnati, employers have access to an abundance of talent to help their businesses grow and prosper.
Source: Cincinnati USA Partnership
State Umployment Rate
| May 2010 | May 2009 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 10.7% | 10.3% |
| U.S. | 9.7% | 9.4% |
Source: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
City of Cincinnati Unemployment Rates
| May 2010 | May 2009 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Cincinnati | 9.9% | 8.6% | 1.3% |
Source: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Bureau of Labor Market Information Columbus 43215 03/10/10
The City of Cincinnati unemployment rate only shows the unemployment rate inside the city limits.
MSA Unemployment Rate
| May 2010 | May 2009 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati-Middletown MSA | 9.7% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Enrollment in area Colleges, Universities, and Vocational Schools
| Enrollment | |
|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati | 39,000 |
| Miami University | 21,478 |
| Northern Kentucky University | 15,438 |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College | 10,165 |
| Xavier University | 6,966 |
| College of Mount St. Joseph | 2,324 |
| Thomas More College | 1,858 |
| Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development (secondary)* | 8,523 |
| Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development (post-secondary)* | 49,704 |
Source: 2010 Book of List Business Courier, *2008 Business Courier book of Lists
Unionization & Collective Bargaining Agreements 2007
| % | |
|---|---|
| CBA - Total | 10.9 |
| CBA - Private | 6.3 |
| CBA - Public | 42.3 |
| CBA - Private Manufacturing | 12.2 |
| UM - Total | 9.9 |
| UM - Private | 5.9 |
| UM - Public | 37.0 |
| UM - Private Manufacturing | 12.2 |
Source: Union Membership and Earnings Data Book: Compilations from the Current Population Survey, 2008 Edition, Bureau of National Affairs
CBA = Collective Bargaining Agreements
UM = Union Members
Educational Attainment (MSA)
| Population | |
|---|---|
| High School Graduates | 460,932 |
| Some College | 253,051 |
| Associates Degree | 102,782 |
| Bachelor Degree | 234,533 |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 134,484 |
| Total | 1,368,736 |
Source: U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census, American Community Survey 2006
Population Ages 25 & Over
College & University Enrollment 2006: 200 Mile Radius from Downtown Cincinnati
| Enrollment 2006 | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 915,419 |
| Graduate | 144,749 |
| Total Enrolled | 1,060,168 |
Source: Cincinnati USA Regional Partnership
Total Labor Force Participation Cincinnati MSA
Source: Geographic Profiles of Employment and Unemployment 2004, U. S. Dept. of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics
Selected Wage Rates (Office)
| Average Wage | |
|---|---|
| Office Clerks, General | $11.18 |
| Computer Support Specialist | $21.29 |
| Financial Analyst | $30.99 |
| H.R. Manager | $36.97 |
| Computer & Information Systems Managers | $43.73 |
Source: Ohio Job Outlook, Cincinnati MSA 2004-2014
