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The city of Tampico, which is the 4th
largest in the state, has a population of 294,789. The city of Madero, the 6th
largest city in the state of Tamaulipas, has a population of 182,012. The city
of Altamira, ranked 7th largest in the state, has a population of 127,490.
(source — INEGI 2000)
The main economic activities of the Altamira / Tampico are are the petroleum
industry, metal working industry, international trade, livestock production,
deep sea fishing, and deep-water port services. An impressive lagoon system
and an oceanfront surround the region. This makes an abundant water supply
possible for industrial use. Altamira offers industrial development while
the Tampico-Madero area offers a consolidated plant offerings such as technical
training, higher education, financial, banking services, and other associated
with well developed cities.
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Unemployment
The unemployment rate in 2000, averaged 2.8%.
(source — INEGI 2000)
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