Brainerd Employment Outlook: Where Opportunity Is Taking Shape
A practical look at Brainerd and Crow Wing County employment, including health care, construction, manufacturing, services and the role of staffing.
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Why Brainerd
A regional employment center with lakes-country quality of life
Regional economy
Health care, construction, manufacturing, government, education, hospitality, retail and services all contribute to the Crow Wing County employment base.
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The Mississippi River, Crow Wing State Park, the Paul Bunyan State Trail, Northland Arboretum and hundreds of nearby lakes put outdoor recreation close to everyday life.
Why people live here →Connected community
Brainerd has local schools, Central Lakes College, regional health care, an airport, transit and a strong network of civic and business organizations.
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