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Workforce

Connecting People to Opportunity

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We invest in workforce development because thriving wages and career advancement are foundational to economic mobility and regional growth.

By addressing critical barriers like childcare and transportation, and forging strong connections between job seekers, training organizations, and employers, we ensure more St. Louisans can secure stable, well-paying jobs. Investing in people’s potential not only transforms individual lives but fuels inclusive growth for our entire region.

Workforce

Out of 54 large metros in 2025, St. Louis ranks ...

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22nd
for change in average annual wages
49th
for change in median earnings