Region

Chester County

Chester County Workforce Metrics

33,137
Population Estimate (2018)
Unemployment Rate (2018)
Average Annual Wage (2018, Private Sector Only)
Average Annual Wage Change (2010-2018, Private Sector Only)

Top Private Sector Employers

Company Industry / Product Employees
Giti Tire USA Manufacturing - Automotive tires 746 (Planned: 1,700)
Boise Cascade Company Manufacturing - Plywood & construction material 400
Guardian Industries Corp. Manufacturing - Float glass 336
Carolina Poly Inc. Manufacturing - Polyethylene film/bags 300 (Planned: 375)
ATI Industries LLC Manufacturing - Nickel & titanium alloys/specialty steel 300
Chester Map

Quality of Life

Landsford Canal State Park

Landsford Canal State Park

Each year, the 448-acre, historic Landsford Canal State Park welcomes the largest population of Rocky Shoals spider lilies in the world. In addition to this stunning display, visitors enjoy the 1.5-mile Canal Trail, picnics, group gatherings and special events.

HILLarity Festival

HILLarity Festival

For over 25 years, this annual festival has been a fun family event featuring a Hot Rod and classic car shows, donut eating contest, puppet and magic shows as well as Catawba dancers, live entertainment, craft vendors and a pet contest.

Skydive Carolina

Skydive Carolina

Having served the region for more than 20 years and located at the Chester Catawba Airport, Skydive Carolina features a diving school, tandem plunges and various programs for both beginners and experienced divers.

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