Home to over 101 natural lakes, the breathtaking natural beauty of Pokagon State Park and the tier one educational institution, Trine University, Steuben County is the perfect mix of peaceful surroundings and smart business. This Indiana county offers a workforce that is specially trained in the manufacturing, transportation and utility industries, among others. Local educational institutions provide not only an educated labor force pool, but also opportunities for further training. And, with more than 10 major roads, businesses in Steuben County enjoy easy and affordable market access.
Economic Development in Steuben County
With one new company and nine expansions, this Indiana county benefited from $10.33 million in capital investment and 236 new jobs in 2009.
| Population |
| Total Population, 2009 |
33,579 |
| Projected Population 2015 |
34,896 |
| Total Households, 2006-08 |
14,119 |
| Median Age, 2009 |
39.1 |
| Population Breakdown by Age, 2009 |
| 0-13 years |
17.7% |
| 14-17 years |
5.7% |
| 18-24 years |
9.5% |
| 25-44 years |
24.8% |
| 45-64 years |
28.5% |
| 65-84 years |
12.0% |
| 85+ years |
1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
| Household Income |
|
Year |
Median HHI |
PCI |
| 2000 |
$44,089 |
$25,631 |
| 2008 |
$48,403 |
$29,347 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau and BEA
| Labor Participation |
| Labor Force |
16,313 |
| Employed |
14,000 |
| Unemployed |
2,313 |
| Unemployment Rate |
14.2% |
Source: BLS LAUS, 2009 Annual
| Commuting, 2008 |
| Commuting INTO Steuben County |
2,849 |
| Commuting OUT of Steuben County |
4,508 |
Source: STATS Indiana
| Housing, 2006-08 |
| Total Housing Units |
19,207 |
| Total Occupied Housing Units |
14,119 |
| Owner Occupied |
10,875 |
77.0% |
| Rental |
3,244 |
23.0% |
| Seasonal or Recreational, 2000 |
3,634 |
| Median Value for Owner Occupied Housing |
$124,500 |
| Median Gross Rent |
$652 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
| Educational Attainment, 2006-08 |
| Level |
Total |
% |
| Less than High School |
2,166 |
9.8% |
| High School Graduate |
9,689 |
43.8% |
| Some College |
4,582 |
20.7% |
| Associate's Degree |
1,820 |
8.2% |
| Bachelor's Degree |
2,404 |
10.9% |
| Master's, PhD, and/or Professional Degree |
1,480 |
6.7% |
| Note: Data applies to the population 25 and older |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
| Largest Private Employers |
| Miller Poultry |
| Trine University |
| Vestil Manufacturing |
| Cameron Memorial Hospital |
| Cardinal IG Class |
| Hudson Industries |
| RR Donnelly |
| Cold Heading |
| Dexter Axle |
| Angola Wire Products, Inc. |
| Tenneco Inc. |
| Ventra Angola |
Source: Community Research Institute
| Announced Jobs & Investments, 2009 |
| New Companies |
1 |
| Expanding Companies |
9 |
| Financial Investment |
$10.33 Million |
| Jobs Created |
236 |
| Private Average Annual Wage & Employment By Industry - Preliminary 2009 |
| Industry |
Avg. Annual Wage |
Emp. |
% Emp. |
| Total - All Covered |
$28,791 |
13,052 |
|
| Total - Private |
$28,664 |
11,377 |
|
| Natural Resources & Mining |
$20,901 |
87 |
0.8% |
| Construction |
$35,138 |
394 |
3.5% |
| Manufacturing |
$37,323 |
3,526 |
31.0% |
| Trade, Transportation, Utilities |
$25,200 |
2,751 |
24.2% |
| Information |
$53,548 |
82 |
0.7% |
| Financial Activities |
$37,782 |
276 |
2.4% |
| Professional and Business Services |
$32,612 |
827 |
7.3% |
| Education and Health Services |
$28,018 |
1,492 |
13.1% |
| Leisure and Hospitality |
$11,308 |
1,519 |
13.4% |
| Other Services |
$20,677 |
423 |
3.7% |
Source: BLS QCEW
| Direct County Contact |
|
Mr. Gary Nielander
Steuben County Economic Development Corp.
330 Intertech Parkway Ste 231
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