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Businesses

127

Jobs

1,275

State Licenses

125

Liquor Licenses

20

Avg Wage

$43K

Local Economy

Census CBP

127 businesses employ 1,275 people in the Paxton area, paying an average of $43K/year. 89% are small businesses (under 20 employees).

Top Industries

Construction21
Other services (except public administration)19
Retail trade17
Accommodation and food services14
Health care and social assistance10
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State-Licensed Professionals

IDFPR

125 active IDFPR licenses across 21 license types. 6 new in the last 12 months.

By Category

Healthcare63
Beauty & Wellness38
Security13
Funeral & Cemetery7
Engineering & Architecture2
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Liquor & Gaming

ILCCIGB

20 active liquor licenses in Paxton.

By Type

Restaurant6
Station & Convenience Store4
Other3
Hotel/Motel2
Bar/Tavern2
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