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 Polk County has decreased compared to the 4.6% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Polk County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 3.9%.
Of the 260,547 people who had a job during that time, 1,018 were employed in the Armed Forces and 259,529 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Polk County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 12,016 | 4.4% |
| Employed | 260,547 | 95.6% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 259,529 | 95.2% |
| Employed in armed forces | 1,018 | 0.4% |
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