USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau
USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Wayne County has increased compared to the 8.9% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Wayne County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 6.2%.
Of the 759,094 people who had a job during that time, 437 were employed in the Armed Forces and 758,657 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Wayne County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 77,181 | 9.2% |
| Employed | 759,094 | 90.8% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 758,657 | 90.7% |
| Employed in armed forces | 437 | 0.1% |
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