Economic Security and Social MobilityStable employment, livable wages, food security, ability to afford basic needs, wealth accumulation, and prosperity
Impact 1: Increased Economic Vitality
The community indicators on this page provide an overview of how Santa Cruz County residents are doing in key areas of this community impact. This helps us understand how our community is doing overall, and whether particular people or areas in the county are experiencing greater challenges or hardships that need to be addressed. To learn more about any community indicator, click See More Data.
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Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force
Unemployment occurs when local businesses are not able to supply enough appropriate jobs for local employees and/or when the labor force is not able to supply appropriate skills to employers.
Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force
County: Santa Cruz
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Total Employment, by Industry
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Employment Status (Full/Part-time, Seasonal)
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Jobless Rate
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Job Growth by Type of Job (e.g., with Benefits; Livable Wage)
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Percentage of Women- and Minority-owned Businesses
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Percentage of Small Businesses (and/or Co-ops)
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Income Inequality
In the years since the recession, income inequality has become more entrenched, as much of the gain made during the subsequent economic recovery occurred at the top of the income and wealth distributions.
