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56% unemployed in Columbus in 2017

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56 percent of Columbus 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 41.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Columbus population reached 794.

Out of 349 people who had a job, all belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Columbus for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed44556
Employed34944
Employed in civilian labor force34944
Employed in armed forces00

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