Nevada County’s workforce is defined by skill, reliability, and adaptability. Generations of tradespeople, manufacturers, and agricultural workers have built a dependable labor base ready to meet the needs of modern industry.
With a labor force of about 3,000, employers benefit from cross-trained talent supported by UA Hope–Texarkana, Southern Arkansas University, and the Arkansas Office of Skills Development. Training in welding, maintenance, business, and logistics ensures workers remain competitive and industries stay strong.
Anchored by manufacturing, timber, and logistics, the local economy thrives on its central location and reliable infrastructure. With access to I-30, rail connections, and expanding broadband, Nevada County is positioned for sustainable, long-term growth.
Workforce Profile
- Skilled labor force experienced in manufacturing, timber, logistics, and skilled trades
- Strong participation in production, transportation, and maintenance occupations
- Employers benefit from a reliable, cross-trained workforce drawn from Prescott and surrounding counties
Employment Highlights
- Labor force: ~3,000
- Employment: ~2,850
- Unemployment rate (2025): ~5.1%
- Stable employment base in manufacturing, logistics, and construction sectors
- Strategic location on I-30 with access to Little Rock, Texarkana, and Shreveport markets
For More Information
Nevada County Economic Development Office
Mary Godwin
P.O. Box 307
Prescott, AR 71857
(870) 887-6208
(870) 703-4912
mgodwin@pnpartnership.org