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Jacksonville employment

Jacksonville and Duval County Employment One of the best things about Jacksonville and Duval county is the abundance of career opportunities. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a corporate executive, Jacksonville has a position for you. Since there is no state or local income tax, you take home more. That combined with a low cost of living means a better lifestyle. Some statistics: • As of may 2004 per the US Department of labor in Jacksonville: • Number of workers-544,350 • Median hourly wage $13.07 to $16.70 • Entry $7.87 per hour • Experienced $21.11 average per hour • Annual wage $34,190 For specific figures by occupation go to http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_3600.htm#b00-0000 http://www.labormarketinfo.com/library/oes.htm The areas top 20 employers as of late 2003 per the Jacksonville Chamber of commerce http://www.myjaxchamber.com/business_information/jobs.asp#top20 • Naval Air Station Jacksonville U.S. Navy 19,537 • Naval Station Mayport U.S.