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29.5% unemployed in Vermillion in 2017

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29.5 percent of Vermillion 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 31.3 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Vermillion population reached 9,215.

Out of 6,499 people who had a job, 15 were employed in the Armed Forces and 6,484 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Vermillion for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed2,71629.5
Employed6,49970.5
Employed in civilian labor force6,48470.4
Employed in armed forces150.16

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