DEMOGRAPHICS / ECONOMY

Employment
Since January of 1995, the Metropolitan Charleston region has recorded more than $5 billion in new capital investment. Major contributors to the strong and diversified local economy include leading healthcare centers, tourism, the Port of Charleston, technology and knowledge-based businesses, and the military.

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Employment by Sector

3.6%     FIRE**
5.6%     TCPU*
7.3%     Construction
8.5%     Manufacturing
20.2%   Government
24.1%   Trade
30.6%   Services

*Transportation, Communications and Public Utilities
**Finance, Insurance and Real Estate