Ideal Industry for Southwest Oregon

Although Southwest Oregon is home to just about any type of manufacturing you can imagine, some types of industry are just naturally suited to our area. Almost any small-to-medium size manufacturer will find the area a desirable place in which to locate or expand. We have found over the years that owner-managed businesses seem to thrive in the environment and lifestyle offered by our area. These types of businesses generally have little trouble finding fully serviced, affordable properties or financing.

Economic Indicators

Please follow the links below for detailed information regarding: population, labor, employment, unemployment, payroll, business units, income, property, construction, building permits and travel expenditures.

In addition to the basic demographic information available above, the Oregon Department of Employment maintains an excellent database of demographic information at its OLMIS (Oregon Labor Market Information System) site.  Click on the sites below to access OLMIS information for Douglas County (Region 6) or Coos and Curry Counties (Region 7).

Community profiles

These profiles are the first step in creating an accurate "picture" of incorporated Oregon communities. These profiles contain basic information about population, employment, economics, education facilities and infrastructure, such as sewer, water, transportation and housing.