Whether you’re looking for skilled laborers or senior-level executives, we have what you need in Hampton Roads. The annual infusion of military personnel transitioning into our civilian labor pool makes our region a unique place to find qualified talent. When you further consider our exceptional colleges, universities, trade and medical schools, Hampton Roads is the clear choice for today’s workforce needs.
| Labor Force* | Amount |
| Civilian Labor Force | 830,400 |
| Employment | 791,700 |
| Unemployment | 38,700 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% |
| Labor Force Participation Rate** | |
| Hampton Roads | 66.8% |
*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics January 2017
**Hampton Roads Planning District Commission, 2016
| Age Range* | Percent of Population |
| Under 18 | 22.1% |
| 18-34 |
27.9% |
| 35-54 | 25.5% |
| 55+ | 24.5% |
| Median Age** | 36 |
| Gender** | |
| Male | 49.1% |
| Female | 50.8% |
*Esri Business Analyst Online, 2016 Detailed Age Profile
**Esri Business Analyst Online, 2016 Forecast
| Hampton Roads | Percent |
| At Least a High School Diploma |
90.8% |
| At Least Some College | 65.8% |
| Associate's Degree Only | 9.2% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 30.8% |
| United States | |
| At Least a High School Diploma | 87.1% |
| At Least Some College | 59.5% |
| Associate's Degree Only | 8.2% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 30.5% |
Esri Business Analyst Online, 2016 Market Profile
