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48.1% unemployed in Bogalusa in 2017

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48.1 percent of Bogalusa 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 40 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Bogalusa population reached 8,831.

Out of 4,582 people who had a job, 21 were employed in the Armed Forces and 4,561 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Bogalusa for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed4,24948.1
Employed4,58251.9
Employed in civilian labor force4,56151.6
Employed in armed forces210.24

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