Economic Environment

A look at the region’s standing on income and poverty, employment, agriculture, forestry, and tourism is essential to promoting a locally healthy and resilient economy.

Income

Income
Poverty

Total Employment

Employment

Employment Sectors

Tourism
Goods-Producing Industries
Manufacturing
Large and Small Businesses

Agriculture

Agriculture Overview
Total Farms
Farm Size
The Future of Farming in Western North Carolina

Forestry

Forest Products and Manufacturing
Non-Timber Forest Products
Forestry-Related Jobs
Carbon Markets