Major Employers
| Name | Type | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Continental Deli Foods, a part of Tyson Foods Family | Ham processing | 225 |
| Higginsville Schools | Public education | 128 |
| Lexington Schools | Public education | 150 |
| Odessa Schools | Public education | 300 |
| The Habitation Center | Health services | 480 |