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Business AdvantagesWisconsin and Shawano County have a tremendous variety of resources and amenities that make doing business here more profitable for your business. Following are links to some of our more frequently used Strategic Resource Partners: Business Advantages - Forward WI Business Development Resources - Department of Commerce
Five major highways serve the county: 22, 29, 45, 47, and 55. Highway 29 is a four-lane, east-west expressway, which runs directly through the middle of the county. Distance to major cities:A newly expanded city/county airport with a 3,900 foot paved runway and pilot-controlled lighting is capable of handling corporate aircraft. Charter service is available through Shawano Flying Service. Commercial service is available at Austin-Straubel (Green Bay), Outagamie (Appleton) and Central Wisconsin Airport (Mosinee). The Canadian National Railroad serves Shawano County and the Shawano County Industrial Park. Utilities:The county boasts low utility rates provided by cooperatives, municipals and larger providers of electricity with capacity reserves capable of handling major users. Water is abundant and natural gas or L.P. gas is available throughout the county. Industry:Shawano County has a diversified industrial base with manufacturers in paper making products, textiles, wood products, iron works, agriculture and food processing. Since other major industries are just outside the county's borders, many area workers possess a wide range of technical skills. The average weekly wage in 2000 was $458.00, much less than the state average weekly wage of $789.21. Labor Force:There are approximately 20,100 people in Shawano County's labor force (2001), of which 19,200 are employed and 900 are seeking employment. State projections suggest a growing labor force. They are characterized as motivated, hard working individuals with a strong work ethic. Applicants are less likely to have received a post-secondary education, but more likely to have completed high school than the state average. The unemployment rate has been approximately 5% (2001). Income & Housing:The median family income for residents of Shawano County is estimated at $35,384 compared to $42,169 statewide. The average personal income per capita for residents of Shawano County was estimated at $20,611 in 1999 compared to $27,370 statewide. There are over 18,317 housing units of which slightly over 13,000 are single dwelling units and 21.9% are rental uinits. There are 1,793 housing units used for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use. Housing is very affordable. Shawano County Economic Progress Inc. |
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