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65% unemployed in Karnak in 2017

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65 percent of Karnak 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 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Karnak population reached 443.

Out of 155 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 Karnak for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed28865
Employed15535
Employed in civilian labor force15535
Employed in armed forces00

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