Fairfield Energy Colorado Springs was a successful oil and gas drilling venture that credits much of its success to the booming economy in which it was grown. Colorado Springs is one of the largest metro areas in the state of Colorado; and is also one of the largest economies. It has a medium household income of $59,000; a 4.9% unemployment rate and it reported 1.9% in job growth last year. Below is a breakdown of some of the area’s biggest industries.
Aerospace
With close proximity to the United States Air Force Academy, aerospace is the area’s biggest industry. In areas surrounding Colorado Springs are defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin, who employ thousands of people in the area.
Technology
In line with the interests of the aerospace industry as well as that of the booming Denver metro area to the north, technology comes in as one of the area’s crucial industries. There are a number of office parks lining the I-25 corridor that are home to various tech companies.
Tourism
With the nearby Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods drawing visitors year-round, Colorado Springs has a strong tourism industry that shows guests how to get the most out of this beautiful part of the country.
Aerospace
With close proximity to the United States Air Force Academy, aerospace is the area’s biggest industry. In areas surrounding Colorado Springs are defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin, who employ thousands of people in the area.
Technology
In line with the interests of the aerospace industry as well as that of the booming Denver metro area to the north, technology comes in as one of the area’s crucial industries. There are a number of office parks lining the I-25 corridor that are home to various tech companies.
Tourism
With the nearby Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods drawing visitors year-round, Colorado Springs has a strong tourism industry that shows guests how to get the most out of this beautiful part of the country.