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This analysis explores North Carolina's economic climate between 2003 and 2011, focusing on median household income, unemployment rates, and employment in computer and math occupations. It examines taxation trends, including per capita state and local taxes, federal grants, state expenditures, and average tuition costs at public universities. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and Bureau of Labor Statistics, providing insights into the state's financial health and the economic opportunities available for residents.
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BULL OR BEAR: The Business Climate in North Carolina
Median Household Income Source: American Community Survey, 1-Year Estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (2009,2011)
Unemployment Rate Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics (2003-2011) Lowest 10 Highest 5
Percentage Employed in Computer or Math Occupations (Top 20) Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2011)
Per Capita State and Local Taxes (Lowest 20) Source: U.S. Census Bureau data on state and local government finance (2009-2010) and population estimates (2010).
State and Local Taxes as a Percentage of Personal Income Source: U.S. Census Bureau data on state and local government finance (2009-2010); U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis data on personal income (2010) Lowest 10 Highest
Per Capita State Taxes Source: U.S. Census Bureau data on state government tax collections and population estimates (2011).
Per Capita Federal Grants Source: Consolidated Federal Funds Report for Fiscal Year 2010: State and County Areas, U.S. Census Bureau (2011, Spetember); U.S. Census 2010 Highest Lowest
Per Capita State Expenditures (Lowest) Source: U.S. Census Bureau data on state government finance (2010) and population estimates (2010)
Per Capita State and Local Debt (Lowest) Source: U.S. Census Bureau data on state and local government finance (2009-10) and population estimates (2010).
Average Annual In-State Tuition at Public Four-Year Colleges (Lowest) Source: U.S. Census Bureau data on state and local government finance (2009-10) and population estimates (2010).