| Steve Zaricki |
| Research & Information Manager |
| Ext.258 |
Location Quotients
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In the process that identifies specializations in a local economy, this technique, called a " location quotient " is based upon a calculated ratio between the local economy and either the economy of the state or the nation. Location quotients are used in identifying the exporting and importing industries of a county's economy. Location Quotient Spreadsheet for NEPA's seven-county region:
Carbon Location Quotient 2009.ods
Lackawanna Location Quotient 2009.ods
Luzerne Location Quotient 2009.ods
Monroe Location Quotient 2009.ods
Pike Location Quotient 2009.ods
Schuylkill Location Quotient 2009.ods
Wayne Location Quotient 2009.ods
NEPA Location Quotient 2009.ods
Location Quotient Summary Spreadsheet - 2009.ods