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40.9% unemployed in George in 2017

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40.9 percent of George 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 32.4 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total George population reached 905.

Out of 535 people who had a job, 8 were employed in the Armed Forces and 527 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in George for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed37040.9
Employed53559.1
Employed in civilian labor force52758.2
Employed in armed forces80.88

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