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5.2% of citizens unemployed in Bedford County in 2021

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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

Bedford County recorded an unemployment rate of 5.2% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021. That’s 1,232 people out of the 49,754 living in Bedford County at the time, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The unemployment rate in Bedford County has increased compared to the 4.4% registered in 2020.

The percentage of people unemployed in Bedford County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.3%.

Everyone who had a job at the time belonged to the civilian labor force.

Employment Status in Bedford County During 2021

Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Unemployed1,2325.2%
Employed22,52694.8%
Employed in civilian labor force22,52694.8%
Employed in armed forces00%

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