Workforce

 

Ways our area businesses and residents can connect, gain information, and resources to build mutually beneficial relationships:

CareerSource Polk is a non-profit corporation that oversees the state and federal funds dedicated to preparing and upgrading a skilled workforce, helping thousands of businesses find employees and remain leaders within their industry.

Employ Florida Marketplace is an online job search engine.

Job seekers can upload or create a resume and set up a Virtual Recruiter that will automatically job search using their specifications. 
Employers can post jobs and search for candidates that have the skills they are looking for.

 

 

58%
in labor force

83.7%
high school graduate

19.5%
bachelor’s degree

Florida Pocket Card - March - 2025
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Florida Unemployment Rates by County
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Unemployment Overview Polk Region
Not Seasonally Adjusted


Unemployment Rates Polk County
2014 - 2025


Florida Occupational Employment and Wages
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