Record #:

7808

Author(s):

Quinterno, John

Abstract:

The persistent image of eastern North Carolina is one of an agrarian section with high poverty, a less educated workforce, and a lagging infrastructure. Quinterno examines what is driving the economy of this area in the twenty-first century and where people are employed--agriculture, manufacturing, retail and service, private employers, small businesses, and the military. Charts provide information on demographic characteristics of the region, workforce, wages, and the three largest private employers in each county.

Source:

North Carolina Insight (NoCar JK 4101 N3x), Vol. 22 Issue 1, Feb 2006, p2-32, 35-37, il, map, f

Subject(s):

North Carolina, Eastern--Economic conditions