Labor force

22,000 loyal, well-trained workers reside in the region.
The average annual wage is a reasonable $28,132.
Employers report low turnover and absenteeism.
The largest Coast Guard base in the country provides a steady stream of highly trained exiting or retiring military personnel.
North Carolina is a right-to-work state.
Federal/Military retirement pay is not taxed in NC.

	Pasquotank	Camden
Civilian Labor Force (2004-2005)	17,641	4,143
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.5%
High School Graduates	76.8%	82.1%
Bachelor's Degree or higher age 25+	16.4%	16.2%

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