Overall, the average household size for the total area, Laughlin and Bullhead City slightly decreased from 2.30 to 2.24 between 1990 and 1997. Employment is measured by place of residence. In 1997, Laughlin had a reported employment base of 3,427 total employees. Over 94 percent of Laughlin employment is in the Casino, Public Schools and Local Government sectors. In 1997, Bullhead City employment base consisted of 13,050 employees with the major employment sectors being Casinos, Trade and Services.
Personal income is measured by place of residence.
The primary economic sectors in Laughlin, Casinos, Public Schools and Local Government, account for over 92 percent of the total personal income. Between 1990 and 1997, per capita income in Laughlin has not changed. To verify the reported average household income by CACI Marketing System a household survey was conducted. Summary results are found in the Household Survey section. Fiscal Structures and Trends Sources of community revenue and historical trend data is presented for each community with the purpose to assess its current condition and identify any emerging needs or problems.