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Title: Human Capital Externalities and Employment Di erences across Metropolitan Areas of the U.S.

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Publication Year: 2010

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Abstract: It has been well documented that employment outcomes often differ considerably across areas.This paper examines the extent to which the local human capital level, measured as the share ofadults with a college degree, has positive external effects on labor force participation andemployment for U.S. metropolitan area residents. We find that the local human capital level haspositive externalities on participation for women, but an inconsistent effect on participation formen. However, the local human capital level reduces unemployment for both men and women.We also find that less educated workers generally receive the largest external benefits.

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Authors: Winters, John V.

Publisher: Auburn University Montgomery

Data Collections: IPUMS USA

Topics: Labor Force and Occupational Structure, Other

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