East Riding of Yorkshire Figures
Population of
Number of people of working age
Businesses operate in the East Riding (2020)
%
Of businesses are considered “Micro Businesses” employing less than 10 staff.
Over 13,000 business operate in the East Riding
%
Of people of working age are in employment
| Type of firm | Number of employees | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Micro firm | 0 - 9 employees | 12,500 |
| Small firm | 10 - 49 employees | 1,215 |
| Medium firm | 50 - 249 employees | 185 |
| Large firm | 200+ employees | 35 |
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Number of people who are economically active
Men in 2020
Women in 2020
In total in 2020
Number of people in employment
In 2020
%
of people of working age are in employment
Annual Gross Pay averages
2008
£27,349
2012
£25,578
2016
£26,367
2018
£28,704
2020
£31,252
Numbers for employment within Sectors
Business and Retail
29,140
Chemicals
1,730
Construction
6,275
Creative & Digital
3,475
Energy Sector
4,500
Engineering
2,495
Food & Agriculture
3,835
Health & Social Care
16,725
Manufacturing
17,525
Ports and Logistics
4,955
Public Sector
7,600
Visitor Economy
13,020
