“The quality of the work force in the greater Wheeling area is equal or superior to other U.S. cities where we hire professionals. We found in Wheeling and surrounding areas a high-caliber, well-educated work force with solid skill sets. We were able to fill all of our positions with qualified enthusiastic people.” – Orrick

Within a 30-minute commute of Wheeling there is a sizable population and work force.

• Population: 133,150
• Labor Force: 61,449
• Finance, Insurance and Real Estate professionals: 2,668
• IT professionals: 610*
• Average Commute:  Less than 30 minutes
• Average drive time from Wheeling to Pittsburgh International Airport:  1 hour

Source: Alteryx

*Workforce Investment Area 5, State of West Virginia, encompassing Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, and Tyler counties.