Exhibit 17
Location Quotients by Race: Comparing the High Plains to Texas and the Nation, 2007
| Ethnicity | Texas Location Quotient | Nationwide Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|
| White, non-Hispanic | 1.23 | 0.92 |
| Hispanic (white or non-white) | 0.89 | 2.15 |
| Black or African American | 0.48 | 0.45 |
| Other | 0.56 | 0.40 |
Source: Economic Modeling Specialists Inc.