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
City of Cincinnati Unemployment Rates
| February 2013 | February 2012 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Cincinnati | 7.5% | 8.4% | -0.9% |
Source: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Bureau of Labor Market Information
The City of Cincinnati unemployment rate only shows the unemployment rate inside the city limits.
MSA Unemployment Rate
| February 2013 | February 2012 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati-Middletown MSA | 7.4% | 8.2% | -0.8% |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
* [a] Area defined as Brown, Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, and Warren Counties, Ohio; Dearborn, Franklin, and Ohio Counties, Indiana; and Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, and Pendleton Counties, Kentucky.
State Umployment Rate
| February 2013 | February 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7.0% | 7.5% |
| U.S. | 7.7% | 8.3% |
Source: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (Seasonally Adjusted)
Wage and salary summary
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wage and salary disbursements (thousands of dollars) | $45,630,395 | $47,656,335 | $46,737,400 |
| Wage and salary employment (number of jobs) | 1,075,433 | 1,072,952 | 1,024,556 |
| Average wage per job (dollars) | $43,459 | $44,416 | $44,537 |
Source: U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Economic Analysis
Job Outlook 2006-2016 - Ohio Metro Areas
| Employment 2006 | Projected Employment 2016 | Growth # 2006-2016 | Growth % 2006-2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akron | 353,000 | 368,000 | 15,000 | 4.2% |
| Canton-Massillon | 185,500 | 188,600 | 3,100 | 1.7% |
| Cincinnati-Middletown | 1,075,300 | 1,163,900 | 88,600 | 8.2% |
| Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor | 1,126,900 | 1,165,900 | 39,000 | 3.5% |
| Columbus | 974,800 | 1,046,200 | 71,400 | 7.3% |
| Dayton | 422,100 | 435,700 | 13,600 | 3.2% |
| Toledo | 347,400 | 359,500 | 12,100 | 3.5% |
| Youngstown-Warren-Boardman | 251,300 | 254,400 | 3,100 | 1.2% |
Source: Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
Unionization & Collective Bargaining Agreements 2010
| % | |
|---|---|
| CBA - Total | 9.6 |
| CBA - Private | 7.6 |
| CBA - Public | 29.4 |
| UM - Total | 8.6 |
| UM - Private | 6.9 |
| UM - Public | 25.5 |
Source: www.CincinnatiUSA.org
CBA = Collective Bargaining Agreements
UM = Union Members
***www.unionstats.com
III. Metropolitan Area: Union Membership, Coverage, Density, and Employment by Metropolitan Area and Sector, 19862010
Enrollment in area Colleges, Universities
| Enrollment | |
|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati | 41,250 |
| Miami University | 22,369 |
| Northern Kentucky University | 15,800 |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College | 10,995 |
| Xavier University | 7,019 |
| Ivy Tech Community College Southeast | 6,128 |
| Gateway Community and Technical College | 4,700 |
| College of Mount St. Joseph | 2,324 |
| Thomas More College | 1,886 |
Source: 2011 Book of List Business Courier
Educational Attainment (MSA)
| Population | ||
|---|---|---|
| High School Graduates | 465,390 | |
| Some College | 270,773 | |
| Associates Degree | 100,130 | |
| Bachelor Degree | 248,208 | |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 141,027 | |
| Total | 1,410,271 |
Source: www.CincinnatiUSA.org
Population Ages 25 & Over
**U.S. Census Bureau Rolling 5 Year Survey 2010
College & University Enrollment: 200 mile radius from downtown Cincinnati
| Enrollment 2009-2010 | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 1,064,348 |
| Graduate | 159,243 |
| Total Enrolled | 1,223,591 |
Source: http://www.cincinnatiusa.org
College & University Graduates: 200 Mile Radius from Downtown Cincinnati
| Graduates 2008-2009 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Associates | 45,016 | |
| Bachelors | 103,857 | |
| Masters & Doctors | 45,055 | |
| Total Annual Graduates | 193,928 |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
336 Colleges and Universities within a 200 mile radius
Total Enrollment - 1,097,688
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 (Manufacturing)
| Average Wage | |
|---|---|
| Laborers/Freight/Stock/Material Movers | $10.58 |
| Shipping, Receiving & Traffic Clerks | $13.37 |
| Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers | $16.34 |
| Tool & Die Maker | $21.94 |
| Electrical Engineer | $31.86 |
Source: Ohio Job Outlook, Cincinnati MSA 2004-2014
