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22.1% unemployed in Fort Polk North in 2017

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22.1 percent of Fort Polk North 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 less than the statewide total of 40 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Fort Polk North population reached 1,788.

Out of 1,392 people who had a job, 769 were employed in the Armed Forces and 623 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 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed39622.1
Employed1,39277.9
Employed in civilian labor force62334.8
Employed in armed forces76943

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