MERIC

About MERIC

MERIC is the research division for the Missouri Department of Economic Development. We provide innovative analyses and assistance to policymakers and the public, including studies of the state’s targeted industries and economic development initiatives. Other MERIC research includes Economic Condition Reports, Economic Impact Assessments, and Labor Market Information produced in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Labor.

On our website (http://www.missourieconomy.org) you will find the latest research on Missouri industries, workforce, regions and economic conditions, with observations on the state's business climate. In today's fast-paced global business environment, good information for sound decision-making is more than a strategic advantage -- it's a necessity. 

Resources for Businesses

• Missouri's Top Employing Occupations
  See the wages for the 30 top paying jobs in Missouri.
• Local Employment Dynamics
  For quick facts on county information such as job creation, turnover rate, separation, average hiring wage, etc.
• Business Climate Comparison by State
  For a business climate comparison of Missouri to other states.
• Occupational Employment Statistics
  Find information on jobs in northwest Missouri and average wages paid for those jobs.
• Regional Profile for Northwest Missouri
  For regional data such as population, consumer price index, taxable sales, and unemployment.