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42% unemployed in Cattaraugus County in 2017

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42 percent of Cattaraugus County 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 36.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Cattaraugus County population reached 62,552.

Out of 36,301 people who had a job, 47 were employed in the Armed Forces and 36,254 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Cattaraugus County for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed26,25142
Employed36,30158
Employed in civilian labor force36,25458
Employed in armed forces470.08

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