Agricultural Economics Extension: Econ Condistions & Trends

Welcome to Econ Conditions & Trends

The economic conditions and trends report provides detailed background data about the resources in a particular area. Specifically, the report is designed to provide general socio-economic data, summarize the importance of agriculture, and provide an overview of tax collections. Specific data that are typically included in this comprehensive report include:

Demographic Data

Population and Trends of County and Cities and Towns in the County
Population by Age and Sex for the County
Educational Characteristics for the County

Economic Data

County Employment by Major Source
Location Quotient for the County.
(The location quotient is a predictor of whether or not a particular sector in the county exports out of the county or imports into the county.)
County Labor Force Data
County Personal Income by Major Industry
County Transfer

Agriculture

General Farm Characteristics for the County
County Farm Income and Expenditures

Tax Data

Sales Tax Collections by Cities and Towns in the County
The rural Development group also maintains extensive databases that cover these and additional subject areas. We also provide customized data collection services to help meet your community’s needs. Contact us if we can assist you with your community’s data needs.