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46% unemployed in Big Water in 2017

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46 percent of Big Water 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 32.1 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Big Water population reached 496.

Out of 268 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 Big Water for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed22846
Employed26854
Employed in civilian labor force26854
Employed in armed forces00

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