Boonville's Workforce
Boonville's central location on I-70 and other major state highways makes it an ideal place to work. The area's low cost of living and high quality of life are attractive to employers and employees alike.
Boonville is the largest population center in Cooper County, with approximately half of the county's population. Adjacent counties include Boone, Moniteau, Morgan, Pettis, Saline, and Howard. Our workforce draws from the neighboring counties.
Cooper County's civilian labor force is approximately 9,400 people. The surrounding counties' labor force population numbers approximately 143,000 people within a twenty-five mile radius.
Some facts about Boonville's labor force
- The unemployment rate in Boonville is 3.90% compared to the US average of 4.6%.
- 42% of Boonville residents hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and 13.1% of the population holds a bachelor 's degree of higher .
- Primary employment in the county is in the manufacturing sector or education, health, and social services
Employee/Employer Information
Major Industries/ Employers in Boonville
- Caterpillar
- Nordyne
- Fuqua Homes
- Interstate Brands
- Boonville Correctional Center
- Isle of Capri Casino
- Indeeco
- Glen Martin Engineering
Employment Information
- Unemployment Rate- Cooper County (2007) – 4.4%
- State Minimum Wage- $6.20
Income
- Median Household Income (Cooper, 2005) - $39, 548
- Average Salary/Year (Cooper, 2006) - $26, 411
- Average Wage/ Hour (Cooper, 2006) - $12.16
Sources: United States Census 2000; Unites States Economic Census 2002; 2007 Missouri Kids Count; Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education 2008; Missouri Economic Research and Information Center 2008; US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics 2008; Bureau of Economic Analysis 2008