Our Market

OUR MARKET

The Ann Arbor area is a unique and diverse market with a rich cultural blend of people, employment opportunities, educational facilities and communities. The residents are young, affluent and well-educated. Household income continues to be one of the highest in the country while the unemployment rate remains lowest in the state. Ann Arbor also has one of the highest percentages of college-educated residents in the country.

Ann Arbor is always mentioned as one of the best places to start a business. With two major universities and several excellent colleges, there is an abundant supply of qualified employees and entrepreneurs. The area is noted for its high technology industry and has been referred to as the "Silicon Valley of the Midwest." Projections to the year 2020 indicate the area will be one of the fastest growing areas in southeast Michigan as far as households and employment opportunities.

The Ann Arbor metro market (Washtenaw, Livingston, and Lenawee counties), with a total population of 526,900, ranks 96th in the nation.

Largest Employers in Washtenaw County

  • University of Michigan: 14,955
  • General Motors (3 locations): 7,117
  • Ford Motor (3 locations): 6,558
  • University of Michigan Medical Center: 6,047
  • Catherine McAuley Hospital: 4,161
  • Eastern Michigan University: 1,721
  • Veteran's Administration Hospital: 1,600
  • Washtenaw Community College: 1,200
  • Pfizer Global Research & Development: 2,600
  • University Microfilms International: 842

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