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Survey shows 7,000+ potential employees in region
More than 2,000 people over age 18 are planning to enter or re-enter the workforce in Northeastern Colorado. In addition, 1,291 youth are looking for work, and 4,132 people want a different job, for a total of 7,489 potential employees in the six-county region.
See the Regional Profile section of this web site for more information about Northeastern Colorado's Skilled Labor Force. |
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Washington
County, the road to many opportunities, is located in the center of Northeastern
Colorado. The county is the hub for the Northeastern Colorado Regional
Airport with a 7000-foot runway to accommodate aircraft such as a 727
and a 737. The county is ideally situated along Highways 34 and 63 with
Interstate 76 and 70 easily and quickly accessible. Denver is a quick
hour and a half away.
Come join our moderate summers, crisp falls, cool winters, and warm springs.
| Washington County Facts |
| Washington County Population |
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Population-5,205 (2000) up 8.2% since 1990
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Median Family Income
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$24,509 (1997)
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Construction and Real Estate
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Average Home Price $80,000
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Unemployment Rate
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1.9% (Dec. 2000)
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Washington County Economic Development Corporation
552 W 2nd
P.O. Box 566
Akron, CO 80720
970-345-2101
970-345-2102 (fax)
E-mail Us
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