Demographics
Central Alberta has a population of 240,368 (2004).
| Sector | Labour force | % of total |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | 16,530 | 12.83% |
| Mining | 9,690 | 7.52% |
| Manufacturing | 8,610 | 6.68% |
| Construction | 11,340 | 8.80% |
| Transportation and utilities | 5,945 | 4.61% |
| Retail and wholesale | 19,150 | 14.87% |
| Finance | 4,830 | 3.75% |
| Business and community services | 48,360 | 37.54% |
| Public administration | 4,340 | 3.37% |
| Total | 128,825 | 100.00% |
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