Workforce

While many residents choose to live and work in Racine County, our location between two major employment centers, Milwaukee and Chicago, mean that many live outside of Racine County and commute in to work. Similarly, many residents call Racine County home, but choose to commute outside of the county for work.

Commuting is easy thanks to Racine County’s proximity to Milwaukee and Chicago, as well as its access to four major highways, a major interstates (I-94), Amtrak passenger rail services and air services.

Largest Employment Sectors

Education

Healthcare

Hospitality

Industrial

Talent

In order to attract and retain talent in the region, coordinated resources and programs were designed to connect business with local talent, as well as support businesses talent development and training goals.

Labor Force

Approximately 1 million workers within a 45-minute drive time.

Higher Education

24 technical schools, colleges and universities with 125,000 students enrolled each year.

Workforce Partners

Strategic plan led by Racine County leverages government, education, and business expertise to meet existing and future talent needs.

INVEST IN RCEDC

RCEDC’s mission is to grow Racine County’s property tax base by supporting business expansions and providing employment opportunities to Racine County residents. In 2024, RCEDC staff were able to facilitate 71 projects that included comprehensive site selection, loans, grants, and incentives resulting in $749 million in expansion projects and/or new developments. RCEDC’s Loan Committee and Board of Directors approved $9.7 million in loans and $136,120 in grants to facilitate this private investment.

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