Central Industries
Central Minnesota is the fastest growing region of the state, gaining population as the Twin Cities metro area continues to stretch further north and west, and the St. Cloud metro area expands. The largest employing industries in the region are manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare and social assistance. Combined, these three industries offer nearly 50 percent of the region's total employment. Job opportunities are also emerging in local sectors including: health and nursing care services; educational services; restaurants, bars, and coffee shops; administrative and business support services; utilities; fabricated metal, machinery, stone fabrication, and electronic product manufacturing; professional and technical services; and finance, insurance, and real estate.
Significant Industries in Central Minnesota
These industries are featured because they are prominent in the region, have high wages, and a lot of jobs.
Agriculture
Construction & Infrastructure
Manufacturing
- Food Manufacturing
- Nonmetallic Mineral Product Mfg
- Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Furniture and Related Product Mfg
Sales
- Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
- Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
- Food and Beverage Stores
- General Merchandise Stores
Finance
Technology and Other Services
- Real Estate
- Professional and Technical Services
- Administrative and Support Services
- Waste Management and Remediation Service
- Educational Services
Healthcare