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A phone survey that was a basis for the 1999 Hamilton Strategic Plan found that:
One of Hamilton’s greatest assets is the quality school system both academically and athletically. College entrance exam scores are high, but responses indicate that many of the students educated in the system move out of the area for employment opportunities. Some believe that availability of jobs in Hamilton would attract more young people interested in returning or
remaining in their hometown.
Occupational Breakdown:
| Hour Category |
Percentage |
| Professional Manager |
29.9 |
| Sales/Retail |
5.1 |
| Computer Related |
1.6 |
| Mechanical Technician |
6.4 |
| Other Technician |
2.8 |
| Laborer |
18.2 |
| Secretarial/Clerical |
7.8 |
| Farming/Agriculture |
9.3 |
| Machine Operator |
3.7 |
| Transportation |
2.6 |
| Artisan |
0.9 |
| Other |
6.3 |
Labor availability in the Hamilton area is strong relative to the surrounding counties evidenced by a slightly higher unemployment rate than neighboring counties. According to the 2000 census, Hamilton has a 5% unemployment rate. Also, based on the phone survey, a portion of the working population would be willing to change jobs--about 16% of the respondents.
Reasons for Unemployment:
| Primary Reason |
Percentage |
| Retired |
66.8 |
| Homemaker |
14.7 |
| Disability |
10.0 |
| Not Presently Seeking Work |
3.8 |
| Can't Find Suitable Work |
2.4 |
| Other |
1.5 |
| Laid Off |
0.7 |
Age Breakdown of Available Work Force:
| Age Category |
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Percentage |
| 16-18 |
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3.6 |
| 19-24 |
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2.3 |
| 25-34 |
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18.5 |
| 35-44 |
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19.9 |
| 45-54 |
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19.9 |
| 55-64 |
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15.4 |
| 65 or older |
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20.4 |
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