The 2012 Quad City Region Laborshed Analysis measured the availability and characteristics of workers within the Quad City area. The data collected helps local development officials facilitate business expansion and recruitment and provide assistance to existing businesses. The 2010 Quad City Region Laborshed Analysis details the characteristics of the available labor force including current/desired wage rates and benefits, job qualifications and skills, age cohorts, residence/work location, employment requirements/obstacles, and the distances individuals are willing to travel for employment.

pdf  Laborshed Executive Summary.pdf (1.63 MB)

pdf  Laborshed Report With Cover - Quad Cities.pdf (3.03 MB)