Description of the Independence Region
In 2000 there were approximately 2,900 full-time entrepreneurs and 2,100 part-time
entrepreneurs in the Independence region. The annual average earnings of full-time
entrepreneurs was $30,000 and the average for part-time entrepreneurs was $44,000. Both of
these averages were above the annual average wage for the region of $26,000.1
The most common educational background of entrepreneurs in this region (both full-time
and part-time) was a high school degree. The largest concentration of entrepreneurs (both
full-time and part-time) was in the Construction industry. For a more detailed breakdown of
entrepreneurship in the region see the table on
Socioeconomic Descriptors, Industry Concentrations and Occupational Concentrations of
entrepreneurs in the Independence region.
Data Tables for the Independence Region
Map of the Independence 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.
