Key Industries

Key Industries

Missouri Power Belt is home to a diverse base of industries including three that stand out in the region: manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and agriculture & food production. These sectors have a strong presence in the region and are well-supported by our energy-ready sites. The region also provides a skilled and abundant workforce that powers the businesses looking to change the landscape of their industry.

Success Stories

Christensen Construction Co.

American Foods Group

Buttonwood Farms

Top Industries for Employment

INDUSTRY
TOTAL EMPLOYMENT
Health Care and Social Assistance 222,538
Retail Trade 114,517
Manufacturing 102,902
Accommodation and Food Services 101,918
Educational Services 91,811
Construction 72,298
Administrative, Support, & Waste Management and Remediation 66,826
Professional and Technical Services 64,156

Source: JobsEQ

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Over 17,000 Aerospace Workers in the Region

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4.4% Annual Growth in Farming Operations Employment

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Highly Concentrated Manufacturing Industries

Industry Total Employment Location Quotient
Heating, Air, and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing 4,771 4.40
Aerospace Product & Parts Manufacturing 17,836 4.32
Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing 2,981 3.36
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing 3,458 2.98
Foundries 1,874 2.49
Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing 2,805 2.45
Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing 1,536 2.37
Animal Food Manufacturing 1,234 2.17

Source: JobsEQ

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93,000 Power Belt Workers in Transportation and Material Moving

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$51,000 Power Belt Median Wage

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Major Transportation and Material Moving Occupations

INDUSTRY TOTAL EMPLOYMENT
Laborers & Material Movers 47,138
Driver/Sales Workers & Truck Drivers 25,853
Passenger Vehicle Drivers 6,637
Industrial Truck & Tractor Operators 4,794

Source: JobsEQ