Selected Economic Data - 2000 Census

Labor force (population 16 years and over): 376,704
Median household income: $42,689
Median family income: $54,091
Per capita income: $24,163
Unemployment: 3.1%
Families below poverty level: 9.1%
Individuals below poverty level: 14.4%

Workers by Industry - 2000 Census

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining: 1,383
Construction: 27,728
Manufacturing: 45,169
Wholesale trade: 8,071
Retail trade: 39,209
Transportation and warehousing, and utilities: 9,269
Information: 16,147
Finance, insurance, real estate, and rental and leasing: 24,108
Professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services: 49,651
Educational, health and social services: 63,182
Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services: 32,084
Other services (except public administration): 17,050
Public administration: 26,753

Key industries identified by the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce: