By the Numbers
Major employers in our region are devoted to community building through growth strategies that enhance the region and your career. With healthcare leading the way, retail, banking, manufacturing, logistics and other business sectors all contribute to a diverse employer base offering professional development opportunities throughout a range of industries.
Top Employers in the Roanoke Region
| Company | Industry | Employment Range |
|---|---|---|
| Carilion Clinic | Health Care | 10,000+ |
| HCA Virginia Health System | Health Care | 1,000-2,999 |
| Walmart Stores | Retail | 1,000-2,999 |
| Kroger | Retail and Regional Office | 1,000-2,999 |
| Norfolk Southern | Transportation/Railroad | 1,000-2,999 |
| Wells Fargo Bank NA | Banking | 1,000-2,999 |
| Advance Auto Parts | Retail and Company Headquarters | 1,000-2,999 |
| WestRock | Manufacturing (Paperboard) | 1,000-2,999 |
| Ply Gem Windows | Manufacturing (Windows) | 1,000-2,999 |
| UPS | Logistics | 500-999 |
| Allstate Insurance Company | Insurance | 500-999 |
| Yokohama Tire Corporation | Manufacturing (Tires) | 500-999 |
| Lowe's Home Centers | Retail | 500-999 |
| Triad Laboratory Alliance | Medical Laboratories | 500-999 |
| Friendship Retirement Community | Retirement Community | 500-999 |
| General Electric | Manufacturing (Electrical Equipment) | 500-999 |
| Food Lion | Retail | 500-999 |
| Anthem | Insurance | 500-999 |
| Dynax America Corp. | Manufacturing (Auto Components) | 500-999 |
| Richfield Retirement Community | Retirement Community | 500-999 |
| Altec Industries | Manufacturing (Transportation Equipment) | 500-999 |
| Roanoke College | Higher Education | 500-999 |
| MKG Operations | Restaurant | 500-999 |
Industry Composition in the Roanoke Region
| Industry | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 18.3% |
| Misc. Services and Government | 13.6% |
| Retail Trade | 12.2% |
| Manufacturing | 11.4% |
| Accommodations, Entertainment | 10.3% |
| Education | 8.2% |
| Construction, Mining, and Agriculture | 6.9% |
| Transportation and Utilities | 5.7% |
| Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate | 5.0% |
| Professional, Scientific, and Tech Service | 5.0% |
| Wholesale Trade | 4.5% |
| Management of Companies | 3.0% |
| Information | 1.1% |
Average Income by Occupation
| Occupation | Salary |
|---|---|
| Packers and packagers, hand | $20,700 |
| Laborers and freight, stock, material movers | $26,780 |
| Industrial truck and tractor operators | $32,580 |
| Truck drivers, light or delivery | $32,630 |
| Truck drivers, heavy and tractor-trailer | $41,680 |
| Maintenance and repair workers | $35,280 |
| Construction laborers | $28,090 |
| Carpenters | $35,370 |
| Officer clerks, general | $30,240 |
| Stock clerks and order fillers | $24,890 |
| Receptionists and information clerks | $24,890 |
| Customer service representatives | $31,670 |
| Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks | $35,890 |
| First-line office managers and administrative support | $54,240 |
| Sales representatives, wholesale, and manufacturing | $62,100 |
| Nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants | $24,980 |
| Licensed practical and vocational nurses | $40,870 |
| Registered nurses | $61,990 |
| Elementary school teachers | $47,920 |
| General and operations managers | $109,840 |
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