Talent

A regional workforce prepared for current and future career opportunities

REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT

Educational attainment varies across the region

Expanding access to educational opportunities is essential in a region so full of economic opportunity, particularly given the threat of automation to lower-skill jobs. In 2019, 36% of the population over the age of 25 had a bachelor’s degree.

Source: American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2015-2019), SB Friedman

2019 NET WORKFORCE MIGRATION TO SOUTH CAROLINA BY STATE

Talent shortages require national attraction approach

Migration data on new taxpayers to the region indicates the majority of new residents are moving from northeast states including New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. At the same time, the region is leaking talent to emerging markets and those with similar job opportunities such as Texas, Kansas, and Alabama.

Sources: EMSI, SB Friedman

WHAT WE HEARD

Household respondents are interested in continuing education, technical and community colleges

Both businesses and residents believe technical colleges, universities, and continuing education and certification programs provide affordable opportunities to access more gainful employment. Residents without a Bachelor's degree indicated a much higher willingness to engage in new continuing education programs made available.

What kinds of schooling and training are you most likely to enroll in? (Select all that apply)

Source: One Region Roadmap 2021 Household & Business Survey, SB Friedman