May 2006
Mean
| Elkhart-Goshen MSA | $16.38/hr, $34,080/yr |
| South Bend MSA | $16.62/hr, $34,560/yr |
| Ind. | $16.92/hr, $35,190/yr |
| U.S. | $18.84/hr, $39,190/yr |
| Elkhart-Goshen MSA | $13.76/hr, $28,620/yr |
| South Bend MSA | $13.53/hr, $28,130/yr |
| Ind. | $13.70/hr, $28,500/yr |
| U.S. | $14.61/hr, $30,400/yr |
Monthly Unemployment Rate
March 2008
(not seasonally adjusted)
| Region 2 | 5.9 |
| Ind. | 5.6 |
| U.S. | 5.2 |
March 2008 (not seasonally adjusted)
| Elkhart-Goshen MSA | 127,300 |
| South Bend MSA | 143,900 |
| Ind. | 2,966,500 |
| U.S. | 137,019,000 |
2005
| Region 2 | $19,052.0 |
| Ind. | $195.0 |
| U.S. | $10,301.0 |
Population
July 1,
2006
| Region 2 | 609,241 |
| Ind. | 6,302,646 |
| U.S. | 298,754,819 |
Region 2's Top 10 Occupations by Growth
2004 - 2014 Long-Term Projections
1 Team Assemblers
2 Registered Nurses
3 Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners
4 Teachers Assistants
5 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
6 Customer Service Representatives
7 Personal and Home Care Aides
8 Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
9 Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and
Scientific Products
10 Helpers--Producton Workers
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Indiana Department of Workforce Development
Major Employers in Region 2
(based on number of employees)
South Bend Community School Corporation
University of Notre Dame
Memorial Hospital
Elkhart General Healthcare System
Monaco Coach Corporation
R R Donnelley and Sons Co.
Zimmer Holdings Inc.
Henkels & McCoy Inc.
Gulf Stream Coach Inc.
Supreme Industries Inc.
 | This database contains listings of nearly 12 million U.S. employers. The employer information is provided by infoUSA., Omaha, NE, 800/555-5211. Copyright 2007. All Rights Reserved. Send requests for changes and additions to infoUSA by e-mailing employer.database@infoUSA.com or calling 1-800-555-5211 (ask for the Government Division). |
Major Educational Institutions in Region 2
(based on number of employees)
University of Notre Dame
Indiana University - South Bend
St. Mary's College
Ivy Tech State College
Goshen College
Grace College and Seminary
Holy Cross College
Davenport University - Granger
Ancilla College
Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary
| This database contains listings of nearly 12 million U.S. employers. The employer information is provided by infoUSA., Omaha, NE, 800/555-5211. Copyright 2007. All Rights Reserved. Send requests for changes and additions to infoUSA by e-mailing employer.database@infoUSA.com or calling 1-800-555-5211 (ask for the Government Division). |
Skills in Demand for Region 2
As of
April 27, 2008
| 1 | Operate Precision Measuring Tools & Equipment In Industrial Production, Manufact |
| 2 | Use Computer |
| 3 | Understand Manufacturing Methods & Techniques |
| 4 | Apply Good Listening Skills |
| 5 | Use Inventory Control Procedures |
| 6 | Manage Time Effectively |
| 7 | Maintain Safe Work Environment |
| 8 | Read Tape Measure |
| 9 | Adjust/Operate Production Equipment |
| 10 | Recognize Characteristics Of Metals |
| 11 | Follow And Give Instructions |
| 12 | Use Computer Keyboard |
| 13 | Organize & Work With Detailed Office Or Warehouse Records |
| 14 | Coordinate Production Materials & Processes |
| 15 | Manage Inventories & Supplies |
| 16 | Read And Apply Information |
| 17 | Apply Loading/Unloading Procedures |
| 18 | Use Computers To Enter, Access & Retrieve Client Data |
| 19 | Read Blueprints |
| 20 | Use Excel Spreadsheet Software |