The Western Treasure Valley has a diversified and strong workforce. The following table shows where the workforce lives and the commuting pattern in the valley.
Our region has a workforce of 29,000, with two-thirds working locally, but nearly one-quarter leaving the region daily—representing a major opportunity for job growth and retention
Work force that live and work in area: 19,000 with 66%
Work force that commute into area for work: 5,000 with 17%
Work force that commute out of the area for work: 7,000 with 24%
Education for our Workforce
Treasure Valley Community College, in Ontario, Oregon, serves the county and surrounding area. The college also supports economic development by providing services to businesses, including business advising, workshops and classes to enhance the skills of business owners and employees, and customized training to meet specific employer skill needs. www.tvcc.cc/
College of Western Idaho also serves the Western Treasure Valley providing numerous services and training programs. cwidaho.cc/
Eastern Oregon University www.eou.edu, one of the largest on-line colleges, offers 11 on-line majors, and 19 minors, without charging out-of-state tuition from their regional site in Ontario, Oregon.
Other colleges – College of Idaho, 20 minutes; College of Western Idaho, 20 minutes; Boise State University, 50 minutes; Eastern Oregon University, main location, 2 hours.
