While many Americans might perceive that rural economies 💲 rely on farming 👩🌾, agriculture is not the top industry 🏭 in rural America. Only 1 in 10 people are employed within the rural economy.
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Are you a rural business owner?
How has the rural community contributed to the success of your business, and what support do you receive from the local residents?
An overwhelming majority (88%) of Black- or African-American-owned businesses are located in urban areas. Under the Census Bureau's definition, just 6% are in rural areas – with FEWER THAN 2,500 inhabitants.
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Manufacturing provides a HIGHER share of total jobs and total earnings in rural America than other sectors commonly associated with rural places: production, agriculture, and mining.
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THE ADVANTAGE: Rural businesses tend to operate at a higher profitability margin than urban businesses (56% to 53% on average), and they are typically comparable in revenue to urban companies.
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Despite the many positive attributes and assets associated with working and living in rural communities, many rural American population groups experience significant health disparities. 🏥🧑⚕️
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