Catalytix uses data compiled nationally from the “4-T’s” to help define a region’s rank in knowledge sector development: Technology and Innovation; Talent and Workforce; Tolerance and Diversity; and Territory Assets and Quality of Place.

In the Technology category, Wilmington ranks number 54 out of 331 U.S. regions (84%), which is above average.

For Talent, Wilmington drops to the middle of the pack at 164 (50%) and has a very similar score for Tolerance and Diversity at 182 (45%).

Territory assets are not given a ranked score, as they are things unique to a region that knowledge sector workers may find attractive in enhancing their quality of life.  However, Catalytix consultants have said Wilmington does exceptionally well in this area. 

Wilmington’s composite knowledge index ranks the area at 118 out of 331 regions, or 64%, giving the area a respectable rank, but with plenty of room for improvement.