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23.5% unemployed in Fort Polk North in 2018

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23.5 percent of Fort Polk North 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 less than the statewide total of 40.3 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Fort Polk North population reached 1,792.

Out of 1,371 people who had a job, 735 were employed in the Armed Forces and 636 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Fort Polk North for 2018
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed42123.5
Employed1,37176.5
Employed in civilian labor force63635.5
Employed in armed forces73541

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