Workforce

The intangibles of a strong workforce do not show up on any business earnings report, but they have everything to do with the bottom line.

The Columbia County Workforce Exemplifies:

Strength & Flexibility: the area workforce is made up of over 200,000 energetic and talented adults who are distributed proportionately over a large variety of industries and professions. Only 8% of county citizens are above the working age of 65.
Talent: the percentage of high school and college graduates in Columbia County far exceeds both state and national averages. Ample training and higher education opportunities at the local level keep the local talent level high.
Cost-Effective Labor: superior quality doesn't always come at a higher price. Area salaries are extremely competitive, and hourly wages are lower than both state and national averages.
Stability: In Columbia County, we believe that a positive, value-driven community yields the intangible qualities of an exceptional workforce: motivation, strong work ethic and a team-first mentality.