Pasco County is not just for retirees! According to the 2021 American Community Survey, between 2020-2021, 114 people moved to the county each day, with 64 of those people being under 40 years of age. Of migrants, 52% migrated from a different county in Florida, about 43% migrated from a different state, and about 5% migrated from abroad. More young people aged 20-24 moved to Pasco County from another county than any other age group, and more young people aged 25-29 moved to Pasco County from another state than any other age group.
Pasco County's most notable advantage is its educated and skilled workforce, reflected in its impressive 81% prime-age labor force participation rate for ages 25-54. This high rate signifies a strong work ethic, a desire for career advancement, and a willingness to contribute to the county's growth and development. With access to quality education and training opportunities, residents are well-equipped to meet the demands of the workforce, attracting businesses, fostering innovation, and improving living standards for individuals and families, ultimately driving economic prosperity in the region.
Pasco County boasts robust talent pipelines - pools of individuals who are actively engaged in education and training, preparing themselves for future career opportunities. In 2021, there were over 28,400 residents pursuing higher education in colleges or graduate schools, while more than 30,000 residents were enrolled in high schools. Moreover, 43.1% of individuals aged 25 years and older that hold a Bachelor's degree or higher specialized in Science and Engineering or a related discipline, while 25.3% focused their studies on Business. Undoubtedly, our companies have an abundance of highly skilled talent to select from when considering their future workforce.
Pasco County Schools focuses on career readiness to ensure future success of the workforce. For the 2021-2022 school year, 2,523 industry-certifications were awarded to students of Pasco County Schools, with a 99.3% pass rate.
Pasco County is a great place to live and work! In 2022, 63.1% of residents worked in Pasco County, compared to 52.3% in 2018.
When residents work in the county in which they live, traffic and commute times are alleviated.
Existing Industry & WorkforceCONNECT Reports
Each year, Pasco EDC releases an annual industry and workforce report to keep you updated on current trends and data in Pasco County. Our reports are based on survey results from Pasco County employers, research, and data collection. View the archived collection below.
There are additional free data resources that can help you make the best decisions for your business in Pasco County:
Data Sources and Tools for State & Local Labor Data
Charts and Applications, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Provides a variety of tools that may assist in comparing, measuring, and determining aspects of your business, such as Pay Measure Comparison, Injury and Illness Calculator, Industry Productivity Viewer, Employment and Wages Viewer, and more.
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) - Employment data by occupation for states and local areas
Current Employment Statistics (State and Metro Area) (CES-SAE) - Current employment data by industry for states and metropolitan areas
Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) - local area unemployment statistics
BLS Geographic Guide for Employment and Unemployment - comprehensive list of available information by geography
US Census Bureau - Provides detailed information on population, geography, and the economy. Some examples of why businesses may want to use this source include to compare local average wages per employee in your industry, view average sales of a product or service, learn about educational attainment, learn about commuting characteristics, and much more.
FL Department of Economic Opportunity - Provides labor force, employment, and unemployment data for counties, updated monthly.
FL Office of Economic and Demographic Research - View county data profiles for population estimates, labor force estimates, and more, updated quarterly.
Florida Scorecard™ - Identifies and tracks key metrics that are important to Florida's economy today and into the future
