Thayer County Target Industries

Businesses of all types are growing in Thayer County because of our supportive environment, low cost of living and available workforce. 

The employment rate in Thayer County has grown by 1.84% from 2018. The most popular employment sector for those individuals who live in Thayer County is Health Care and Social Assistance, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Retail Trade. These industries make up individuals in the workforce that are experienced in management, production, office and administration.

Workforce

Total Businesses

372

Total Employed

3,117

Workers 16+

2,412

2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance

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Businesses

24

Employed

666

2023 Wholesale Trade Businesses

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Businesses

17

Employed

474

2023 Educational Services - Businesses

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Businesses

13

Employed

363

2023 Public Administration

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Businesses

34

Employed

245

2023 Manufacturing Businesses

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Businesses

9

Employed

220

2023 Retail Trade Businesses

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Businesses

44

Employed

199

Some
High School

136

Graduated
High School

1,117

Associates
Degree

549

Bachelor's
Degree

627

Graduate
Degree

273

Average Commute Time

14 min.



Resident Commuters

1,962

Non-Resident Commuters

364

Drive Alone

2,045

Carpooled

146

Public

2

Work At Home

86

 

State and Local Target Industries 

The following target industries have been identified by the state of Nebraska due to our existing business ecosystem, educational opportunities, workforce, connectivity and local assets. Click here for more information on each of the below target industries. 

  • Agribusiness and food processing
  • Biosciences
  • Advanced manufacturing 
  • Renewable energy
  • Financial services
  • IT and data services
  • Health and medical services
  • Business services
  • Tourism and hospitality
  • Transportation and logistics
  • Call centers and e-commerce
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