Economic Data

The Performance Improvement Division monitors economic development activity in Ottawa County. This includes the compilation of up-to-date labor force and unemployment statistics. The Division also collects residential and commercial construction data on a quarterly basis from local units of government. These data are compiled into a series of tables and graphs to clearly depict economic development activity and trends throughout the County.

Labor Force & Unemployment Data

Labor Force and Job Statistics (Ottawa County)
Unemployment Rate (Ottawa County, Michigan, Nation)
Local Unit of Government Unemployment Rates

Construction Activity Data

Residential Home Starts (2003-2009)
Residential and Commercial Starts (2010)
Residential and Commercial Starts (2011)
Residential and Commercial Starts (2010-2011 Comparison)

Want more data? Please contact the Planning and Performance Improvement Department with other requests.