Lauderdale
County Seat: Florence
Population: 93,342
Civilian Labor Force: 43,647
Lauderdale County is located in the northwestern corner of the State of Alabama. Lauderdale County has a strong industrial base made up of more than 120 companies. Lauderdale County along with Colbert County make up the Florence Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA).
County Profile
Population within an approx. 45-mile radius of county seat: 447,114
Population: 93,342
Civilian Labor Force: 43,647
County Residents Working in the County: 15,343
County Residents Working Outside the County: 17,832
Outside Residents Working in the County: 13,083
Source: JobsEQ and U.S. Census 2/2024
Shoals Economic Development Authority
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Top Manufacturing Companies in Lauderdale County
More than 120 manufacturing operations have found success in Lauderdale County. These are the top eight:
| Company | Product | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Tarkett Alabama, Inc. | Vinyl Flooring | 422 |
| Southwire Company | Insulated Copper Electrical Wire | 412 |
| Monarch Ceramic Tile, Inc. | Porcelain Wall Tile | 250 |
| Thacker Casket Manufacturing, Inc. | Burial Caskets | 180 |
| TASUS | Automotive Parts | 142 |
| Southeastern Extrusion & Tool, Inc. | Precision Tool & Die | 135 |
| Centiva | Flooring | 130 |
| Shoals Tubular, Inc. | Air Conditioning Manifolds / Headers | 126 |
Source: Local economic development contacts