Major Employers
| Name | Type | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Paola School District | Education | 613 |
| Lakemary Center | Education | 435 |
| Miami County Government | Government | 225 |
| Taylor Forge Industries | Machining and steelwork | 215 |
| Wal-Mart | Retail | 154 |
| Doherty Steel, Inc. | Machining and steelwork | 151 |
| Miami County Medical Center | Healthcare | 130 |