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45.6% unemployed in New Era in 2018

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45.6 percent of New Era 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 greater than the statewide total of 38.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total New Era population reached 366.

Out of 199 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 New Era for 2018
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed16745.6
Employed19954.4
Employed in civilian labor force19954.4
Employed in armed forces00