Want to see how a region works? Look at its biggest employers.

That’s what Baltimore County government makes available with its list of top employers. It gives a snapshot of the job magnets in the region, with strong showings from the federal government, household Baltimore brands and global firms with a strong local presence that you might’ve never expected to have a local office.

It also provides a look at what’s changed. Years ago, when Baltimore was known as a blue-collar town, this list probably had names like Bethlehem Steel and General Motors that shaped the region. Today, there are still plenty of county companies that make stuff, but a lot is medical and consumer-focused — and none come close to the 30,000 workers who once toiled at Sparrows Point.

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