The Mountains

The only thing more refreshing than the mountain air in Yancey County, N.C., is the attitude of its people. "We want to work for you" is the attitude that prevails among a strong and enthusiastic work force. Productivity is not a forgotten word in this charming environment. Due to plant closings Yancey County has a trained workforce available ranging from skilled workers to middle management. Training and re-training are provided at Mayland Community College, Yancey Campus. The Yancey Campus is fully equipped with a wing specifically built for industrial training and re-training. It also has a high tech distance learning center at the community's disposal.

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Yancey County Labor Force Estimates - 2007

Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec AnnAv
Labor Force 8010 7987 7934 8082 8162 8117 7938 7954 7906 7803 7912 7898 7975.25
Employed 7450 7381 7452 7616 7704 7627 7461 7527 7503 7393 7455 7397 7497.17
Unemployed 560 606 482 466 458 490 477 427 403 410 457 501 478.08
Rate % 7.0 7.6 6.1 5.8 5.6 6.0 6.0 5.4 5.1 5.3 5.8 6.3 6.0