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35.9% unemployed in Woodford County in 2017

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35.9 percent of Woodford County residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2017, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Woodford County population reached 30,577.

Out of 19,615 people who had a job, 7 were employed in the Armed Forces and 19,608 belonged to the civilian labor force.

The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.

Employment status in Woodford County for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed10,96235.9
Employed19,61564.1
Employed in civilian labor force19,60864.1
Employed in armed forces70.02

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