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48.2% unemployed in Mecosta in 2017

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48.2 percent of Mecosta 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 38.8 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Mecosta population reached 388.

Out of 201 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 Mecosta for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed18748.2
Employed20151.8
Employed in civilian labor force20151.8
Employed in armed forces00

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