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 two new companies and eight expansions, this Indiana county benefited from $12.7 million in capital investment and 184 new jobs in 2010.
| Population |
| Total Population, 2010 |
34,185 |
| Projected Population 2015 |
34,896 |
| Total Households, 2010 |
13,310 |
| Median Age, 2010 |
40.2 |
| Population Breakdown by Age, 2010 |
| 0-14 years |
18.5% |
| 15-17 years |
4.5% |
| 18-24 years |
10.5% |
| 25-44 years |
22.9% |
| 45-64 years |
28.8% |
| 65-84 years |
13.2% |
| 85+ years |
1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
| Income |
| Median Household Income, 2010 |
$45,431 |
| Per Capita Income, 2009 |
$29,410 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau and BEA
| Labor Participation |
| Labor Force |
15,919 |
| Employed |
13,948 |
| Unemployed |
1,971 |
| Unemployment Rate |
12.4% |
Source: BLS LAUS, 2010 Annual
| Commuting, 2009 |
| Commuting INTO Steuben County |
2,373 |
| Commuting OUT of Steuben County |
2,608 |
Source: STATS Indiana
| Housing, 2010 |
| Total Housing Units |
19,377 |
| Total Occupied Housing Units |
13,310 |
| Owner Occupied |
10,147 |
76.2% |
| Rental |
3,163 |
23.8% |
| Seasonal or Recreational |
4,603 |
| Median Value for Owner Occupied Housing, 2008-10 |
$119,000 |
| Median Gross Rent, 2008-10 |
$626 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
| Educational Attainment, 2008-10 |
| Level |
Total |
% |
| Less than High School |
2,537 |
11.2% |
| High School Graduate |
9,274 |
41.0% |
| Some College |
4,639 |
20.5% |
| Associate's Degree |
1,707 |
7.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree |
2,665 |
11.8% |
| Master's, PhD, and/or Professional Degree |
1,798 |
7.9% |
| Note: Data applies to the population 25 and older |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
| Largest Private Employers |
| Trine University |
| Vestil Manufacturing |
| Cameron Memorial Hospital |
| Pine Manor |
| Cardinal IG Class |
| Tenneco Inc. |
| Cold Heading |
| Hudson Industries |
| RR Donnelly |
| Dexter Axle |
Source: Community Research Institute
| Announced Jobs & Investments, 2010 |
| New Companies |
2 |
| Expanding Companies |
8 |
| Financial Investment |
$12.7 Million |
| Jobs Created |
184 |
| Private Average Annual Wage & Employment By Industry - Preliminary 2010 |
| Industry |
Avg. Annual Wage |
Emp. |
% Emp. |
| Total - All Covered |
$29,288 |
13,409 |
|
| Total - Private |
$29,238 |
11,749 |
|
| Natural Resources & Mining |
$24,028 |
80 |
0.7% |
| Construction |
$36,028 |
414 |
3.5% |
| Manufacturing |
$37,706 |
3,765 |
32.0% |
| Trade, Transportation, Utilities |
$25,852 |
2,789 |
23.7% |
| Information |
$57,485 |
75 |
0.6% |
| Financial Activities |
$39,110 |
259 |
2.2% |
| Professional and Business Services |
$30,792 |
958 |
8.2% |
| Education and Health Services |
$28,520 |
1,501 |
12.8% |
| Leisure and Hospitality |
$11,793 |
1,513 |
12.9% |
| Other Services |
$20,366 |
397 |
3.4% |
Source: BLS QCEW
| Direct County Contact |
|
Mr. David Koenig
Steuben County Economic Development Corp.
330 Intertech Parkway Ste 231
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