Wakefield, Rhode Island -- Zip Code 02879 -- 2005 Business Patterns

Written by Matt

Monday, 21 January 2008

According to the Census ZBP, there were a total of 6 large employers (+100) in the area. These large businesses made up 0.9 percent of all businesses in Wakefield, Rhode Island. In the zip code 02879, which is in located in the town of Wakefield, Rhode Island, the total number of people employed has increased in 04-05 by a total of 84 individuals, or by 1.2 percent. The Elementary and Secondary Schools industry employes the most amount of people, with an employment estimated at 901. Other industries in the area that provides high numbers of jobs include: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals (750 Emp.), and Full-Service Restaurants (645 Emp.). For the year 2005, the Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores industry has the greatest numbers businesses with more than 100 employees in Wakefield, with a total of 2 establishments. The census reports the top 3 industries with the most establishments to be: Retail Trade (106 Establishments), Health Care and Social Assistance (93 Establishments), and Construction (90 Establishments).

 

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