USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Lackawanna County has increased compared to the 4.2% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Lackawanna County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.5%.
Of the 101,299 people who had a job during that time, 158 were employed in the Armed Forces and 101,141 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Lackawanna County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 5,056 | 4.8% |
| Employed | 101,299 | 95.2% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 101,141 | 95.1% |
| Employed in armed forces | 158 | 0.1% |
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