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Wednesday, October 2, 2024

43.2% unemployed in St. George in 2017

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43.2 percent of St. 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 32.1 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total St. George population reached 61,495.

Out of 34,945 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 St. George for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed26,55043.2
Employed34,94556.8
Employed in civilian labor force34,94556.8
Employed in armed forces00

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