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59.2% unemployed in Columbia in 2017

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59.2 percent of Columbia 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 40 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Columbia population reached 365.

Out of 149 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 Columbia for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed21659.2
Employed14940.8
Employed in civilian labor force14940.8
Employed in armed forces00

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