Scranton Reporter

41 percent of Olyphant 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 37.3 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Olyphant population reached 4,108.

Out of 2,423 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	Number of people	Percentage of population
Not employed	1,685	41
Employed	2,423	59
Employed in civilian labor force	2,423	59
Employed in armed forces	0	0