| Area | Civilian Labor Force | Employment | Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanover County | 58,503 | 57,181 | 2.3% |
| Richmond MSA | 679,381 | 660,541 | 2.8% |
| Virginia | 4,313,833 | 4,200,865 | 2.6% |
| Source: Virginia Employment Commission Labor Force, Employment & Unemployment, December, 2018, Not seasonally adjusted | |||
According to 2016 American Community Survey data, 90 percent of the Richmond MSA population over age 25 has at least a high school education, compared to 87 percent nationally. The Richmond Region compares favorably in higher education, with many residents holding at least a Bachelor’s degree.
| Highest Education Level Attained | Richmond MSA (Total #) | Richmond MSA (% of Total) | Virginia (% of Total | U.S. (% of Total) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than High School Diploma | 88,617 | 10.0% | 10.7% | 12.6% |
| High School or GED | 222,246 | 25.2% | 24.0% | 27.2% |
| Some College, No Degree | 178,953 | 20.3% | 19.5% | 20.6% |
| Associate Degree | 69,427 | 7.9% | 7.7% | 8.4% |
| Bachelor Degree | 201,670 | 22.8% | 21.7% | 19.3% |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 122,606 | 13.9% | 16.4% | 11.9% |
| Source: Greater Richmond Partnership | ||||