The population within a 30 mile radius of Mount Carmel is approximately 43,000. According to the Illinois Department of Employment Security, and Indiana Workforce Development, 11,161 people are unemployed as of 2007. These numbers insure a deep and consistent source of capable workers to fill the needs of your growing business.
The US Census showed the average household income in Wabash County to be $31,715. The chart below shows the average wage for workers in various occupations.
| Industry Sector | Total Employees | Average Monthly Wage | Average New Hire Monthly Wage |
| Education | 553 | $1,940 | N/A |
| Retail trade | 482 | $1,661 | $1,023 |
| Health Care | 482 | $2500 | $1600 |
| Construction | 482 | $3400 | $3200 |
| Mining | 482 | $3800 | $3100 |
| Manufacturing | 482 | $3200 | $1600 |