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37.5% unemployed in Stephenson County in 2017

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37.5 percent of Stephenson County 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 Stephenson County population reached 37,027.

Out of 23,130 people who had a job, 18 were employed in the Armed Forces and 23,112 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Stephenson County for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed13,89737.5
Employed23,13062.5
Employed in civilian labor force23,11262.4
Employed in armed forces180.05

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