Stark Tuscarawas Workforce Board - Overview Dashboard
Population Trend and Forecast
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Shows historical population changes and projected growth or decline for the selected geographic area, helping identify demographic shifts over time.
Population by Age Cohort
Age Group | Population | Percent of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Youth (0-19) | 111,136 | 23.84% |
| Working Age (20-64) | 255,704 | 54.86% |
| Seniors (65+) | 99,299 | 21.3% |
Breaks down the population into age groups to reveal generational distribution and potential workforce availability.
Jobs Trend and Forecast
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Shows historical employment changes and projected growth or decline for the selected geographic area, illustrating economic growth over time.
Jobs Trend and Forecast
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Shows historical employment changes and projected growth or decline for the selected geographic area, illustrating economic growth over time.
Priority Jobs Trend and Forecast
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Shows historical employment changes and projected growth or decline for the selected geographic area, illustrating economic growth over time.
Degrees & Certificates Completed By Program
Description | 2025 Completions | 2012-2025 Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,355 | 3.6K 6.4K |
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1,392 | 1K 1.4K |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1,199 | 0.2K 1.2K |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 779 | 0.7K 0.8K |
| Engineering/Engineering-related Technologies/Technicians | 567 | 0.3K 0.6K |
| Culinary, Entertainment, and Personal Services | 455 | 0.1K 0.5K |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 299 | 0.1K 0.3K |
| Education | 271 | 0.4K 0.3K |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 253 | 0K 0.3K |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 157 | 0K 0.2K |
Displays the number of degrees and certificates awarded by program area, indicating educational output and talent pipeline by field of study.
Population by Age Cohort
Stark and Tuscarawas Counties
Age Cohort | 2020 Population | 2025 Population | % Change | 2025 % of Cohort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5 years | 26,221 | 25,786 | -2% | 5.53% |
| 5 to 9 years | 27,547 | 27,027 | -2% | 5.8% |
| 10 to 14 years | 29,579 | 28,057 | -5% | 6.02% |
| 15 to 19 years | 29,755 | 28,983 | -3% | 6.22% |
| 20 to 24 years | 27,792 | 27,344 | -2% | 5.87% |
| 25 to 29 years | 26,874 | 28,704 | 7% | 6.16% |
| 30 to 34 years | 27,607 | 27,724 | 0% | 5.95% |
| 35 to 39 years | 27,467 | 28,334 | 3% | 6.08% |
| 40 to 44 years | 26,251 | 27,710 | 6% | 5.94% |
| 45 to 49 years | 26,957 | 26,274 | -3% | 5.64% |
| 50 to 54 years | 29,367 | 26,460 | -10% | 5.68% |
| 55 to 59 years | 32,819 | 28,332 | -14% | 6.08% |
| 60 to 64 years | 34,430 | 31,186 | -9% | 6.69% |
| 65 to 69 years | 30,328 | 31,885 | 5% | 6.84% |
| 70 to 74 years | 25,013 | 27,158 | 9% | 5.83% |
| 75 to 79 years | 16,761 | 21,243 | 27% | 4.56% |
| 80 to 84 years | 11,513 | 12,555 | 9% | 2.69% |
| 85 years and over | 11,400 | 11,382 | -0% | 2.44% |
Unemployment Rate
% of working age population that is unemployed and actively seeking work.
Illustrates % of working age (16 and over) population that is unemployed and actively seeking work.
Labor Force Participation Rate
% of working age population that is employed
Illustrates % of working age (16 and over) population that is employed. LFP represents the percentage of the working-age population (typically ages 16 and older) that is either employed or actively seeking employment
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Unemployment by Age
Illustrates unemployment rates segmented by age group, highlighting which cohorts are unemployed and actively seeking work.
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Open Jobs Over Time
Tracks the number of job postings by month, illustrating trends in employer demand and signaling shifts in hiring activity within the region.
Open Jobs Over Time
Tracks the number of job postings by month, illustrating trends in employer demand and signaling shifts in hiring activity within the region.
Open Priority Jobs Over Time
Tracks the number of job postings by month, illustrating trends in employer demand and signaling shifts in hiring activity within the region.
Top 50 Occupations by Demand
Occupation | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | 2,510 | -2% |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 2,013 | -2.8% |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 1,805 | 7.5% |
| Management Occupations | 1,293 | -7% |
| Production Occupations | 1,166 | 10.7% |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 1,155 | 4.2% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 887 | -1.7% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations | 877 | -3.6% |
| Healthcare Support Occupations | 797 | -4.1% |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 725 | 17.9% |
Job Postings 5-Year Trend
Priority Occupations Job Postings 90-Day Trend
Job Postings 5-Year Trend
Priority Job Postings 5-Year Trend
Top 20 Specialized Skills in Priority Occupations
Job Postings |
Skill | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting Ability | 1,341 | -7.6% |
| Nursing | 966 | -6.9% |
| Auditing | 798 | 4% |
| Continuous Improvement Process | 770 | 12.4% |
| Warehousing | 736 | 20.3% |
| Personal Protective Equipment | 694 | 14.7% |
| Loading And Unloading | 673 | 11.8% |
| Merchandising | 647 | 9.5% |
| Workflow Management | 637 | 3.9% |
| Caregiving | 596 | 4.2% |
Indicates the demand for specialized skills in local job postings, revealing the most valuable skills in the region.
Specialized Skill Gaps in Priority Occupations
Job Postings |
Skill | Frequency in Job Postings | Frequency in Candidates | Skill Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lifting Ability | 11% | 0% | -11% |
| Nursing | 8% | 2% | -6% |
| Loading And Unloading | 6% | 0% | -6% |
| Continuous Improvement Process | 6% | 3% | -3% |
| Auditing | 6% | 3% | -3% |
| Merchandising | 6% | 2% | -4% |
| Warehousing | 6% | 2% | -4% |
| Workflow Management | 6% | 1% | -5% |
| Personal Protective Equipment | 5% | 0% | -5% |
| Accounting | 5% | 4% | -1% |
Displays the gap between demand and supply for top specialized skills, revealing which skills workers should develop.
Priority Occupation Job Postings Trailing 90 Days
Job Postings |
Skill | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | 5,056 | 1.3% |
| Customer Service | 2,671 | 3.3% |
| Operations | 2,599 | 11.3% |
| Detail Oriented | 2,188 | 4% |
| Management | 2,181 | 7.3% |
| Leadership | 2,121 | 7.1% |
| Problem Solving | 1,698 | 9.1% |
| Sales | 1,409 | 10.9% |
| Teamwork | 1,181 | 7.3% |
| Coordinating | 1,176 | 5.9% |
Shows which common skills are most frequently demanded in job postings, highlighting the soft skills that employers value most.
Job Postings: Desired Certificates
Job Postings |
Certification | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings | Latest 90 Days Unique Postings % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse (RN) | 867 | -3.1% |
| Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification | 844 | 9.2% |
| Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification | 379 | -7.1% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | 376 | -2.8% |
| Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | 357 | 5.9% |
| CDL Class A License | 302 | 11% |
| Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification | 261 | 8.8% |
| American Red Cross (ARC) Certification | 255 | 10.4% |
| First Aid Certification | 205 | 9% |
| Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP) | 156 | 8.3% |
Highlights the certifications employers most frequently request in job postings and how demand has changed over the last year, signaling key skill requirements in the local labor market. These are not college degrees—they include credentials or other industry-recognized certifications that qualify someone for specific roles, though often earned during or after completing a degree.
Top 50 Companies Actively Hiring for Priority Occupations
This chart reflects the top 50 employers based on online job postings in priority occupations targeted to our region. Some employers may not have a physical presence locally but offer remote or relocation opportunities available to area residents.
Company | Latest 365 Days Unique Postings | Latest 365 Days Unique Postings % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Clinic | 1,071 | -13.3% |
| Aultman Health Foundation | 705 | -31.4% |
| Vertiv | 582 | 79.1% |
| Avera Health | 306 | -73.4% |
| Altercare | 282 | -9% |
| Metallus Engineering Ab | 270 | 88.8% |
| Shearer's Foods | 195 | -15.6% |
| Timken | 193 | 49.6% |
| Stark State College | 184 | -16.7% |
| Akron Children's Hospital | 181 | 31.2% |