Shawano County Facts and Figures

Population Statistics*:

The county is comprised of approximately 41,000 people and is primarily Caucasian, (91%) with Native Americans making up the majority of the balance (7.0%).  77.0% of the population is age 18 or over; 17.1% are aged 65 and older, (2008 Census Fact Finder).  Evenly split between male and female (49.9% males; 50.1%females), the median age is 40.6 or 11% older than the state average (36.7). Population growth from April 1, 2000 to July 1, 2008 was a healthy .8%.  The cost of living in Shawano County in 2008 was lower than the US average, at 78.7 based on an index of 100.

Diverse Labor Force Data:

There are approximately 21,472 people in Shawano County's labor force (2008 Census Fact Finder), of which 19, 775, (92.1%) are employed and approximately 1,697, (7.9%) 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.

By Occupation***:

By 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.

Male, with percent of employed male population
1.	Manufacturing	6,048	28.53%
2.	Construction	2,682	12.65%
3.	Agriculture / Forestry / Fish / Hunting	2,566	12.11%
4.	Transportation Equipment	1,086	5.12%
5.	Wood Products	1,064	5.02%
6.	Paper	1,030	4.86%
7.	Metal	996	4.70%
8.	Truck Transportation	930	4.39%
9.	Accommodation and Food Services	814	3.84%
10.	Educational Services	742	3.50%
11.	Arts / Entertainment / Recreation	640	3.02%
12.	Public Administration	636	3.00%
13.	Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers	612	2.89%
14.	Repair and Maintenance	584	2.76%
15.	Food	572	2.70%
16.	Machinery	418	1.97%
17.	Food and Beverage Stores	386	1.82%
18.	Health Care	384	1.81%
19.	Professional / Scientific / Tech Services	322	1.52%
20.	Finance and Insurance	310	1.46%

Female, with percent of employed female population
1.	Health Care	2,882	15.27%
2.	Manufacturing	2,760	14.62%
3.	Educational Services	1,834	9.72%
4.	Accommodation and Food Services	1,712	9.07%
5.	Finance and Insurance	1,266	6.71%
6.	Arts / Entertainment / Recreation	914	4.84%
7.	Agriculture / Forestry / Fish / Hunting	906	4.80%
8.	Social Assistance	674	3.57%
9.	Public Administration	670	3.55%
10.	Food and Beverage Stores	622	3.29%
11.	Department and Other General Stores	586	3.10%
12.	Wood Products	498	2.64%
13.	Professional / Scientific / Tech Services	396	2.10%
14.	Paper	370	1.96%
15.	Food	362	1.92%
16.	Personal and Laundry Services	352	1.86%
17.	Transportation Equipment	322	1.71%
18.	Metal	316	1.67%
19.	Gasoline Stations	286	1.51%
20.	Construction	268	1.42%

Income Levels (2008)***:

The median family income for residents of Shawano County is estimated at $53,207 compared to $63,211 statewide. (2008 Census Fact Finder).

Per 2008 Census figures, the average Per Capita income in Shawano County is $22,790 or 17% lower than Wisconsin's average Per Capita income of $27,466.

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