Jordan Whichard Chief Deputy Secretary | North Carolina Department of Commerce
Jordan Whichard Chief Deputy Secretary | North Carolina Department of Commerce
Federal workers in North Carolina play vital roles, providing services such as mail delivery, managing national parks, healthcare for veterans, and Social Security administration. By the end of 2024, approximately 82,600 federal employees were working in the state, making up about 2% of its total employment. Recent data highlights where these federal jobs are concentrated.
Military areas have higher concentrations of federal employment. For instance, Cumberland County (Fort Bragg), Onslow County (Camp Lejeune), and Craven County (Air Station Cherry Point) see federal jobs comprising 12-15% of total employment. It's important to note that this count does not include active-duty military personnel.
Counties with significant federal facilities also show increased federal employment. Granville County stands out with 6% of its workforce employed by the government due to the Butner Federal Correctional Complex.
In contrast, other regions see sparse federal employment figures. Outside military bases or major facilities, such as Wake and Mecklenburg counties—large urban centers—federal jobs make up just 1% of total employment. In many rural areas, federal employment is minimal and largely consists of postal service positions.
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