North Central region

County workforce trends

Includes population and unemployment rate

Description

North central Idaho’s economy traditionally relied on forest products and agricultural products, especially wheat and cattle. Its fast-growing manufacturing sector includes ammunition, gun, jet boat, and equipment makers, as well as lumber and paper mills.

The University of Idaho, Nez Perce Tribe, Forest Service, Lewis-Clark State College and fish hatcheries are among the largest employers in the region.

Lisa Grigg

North Central Regional Economist

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Read more - Updated 11/27/2024
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