Description of the Northeast Region
In 2000 there were approximately 5,200 full-time entrepreneurs and 4,600 part-time
entrepreneurs in the Northeast region. The annual average earnings of full-time
entrepreneurs was $22,600 and the average for part-time entrepreneurs was $31,800. Both of
these averages were above the annual average wage for the region of $21,400.1
The most common educational background of entrepreneurs in this region (both full-time
and part-time) was either a high school diploma or some college with no degree. The largest
concentration of entrepreneurs was in the Agriculture and Forestry industry. Part-time
entrepreneurs were also concentrated in the Mining and Utilities industry. For a more
detailed breakdown of entrepreneurship in the Northeast region see the table on
Socioeconomic Descriptors, Industry Concentrations and Occupational Concentrations of
entrepreneurs in the Northeast.
Data Tables for the Northeast Region
Map of the Northeast Region
1 Average income from self employment is calculated for all individuals who are over 18
years of age. Average income includes income from all sources. For self-employment income
alone see related tables.
