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53% unemployed in Alexander County in 2018

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53 percent of Alexander County residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2018, 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 2018 the total Alexander County population reached 5,077.

Out of 2,385 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 Alexander County for 2018
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed2,69253
Employed2,38547
Employed in civilian labor force2,38547
Employed in armed forces00

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