32.9% unemployed in Waimea in 2017

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32.9 percent of Waimea (Hawaii 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 less than the statewide total of 34.9 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Waimea population reached 8,828.

Out of 5,925 people who had a job, 10 were employed in the Armed Forces and 5,915 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Waimea (Hawaii County) for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed2,90332.9
Employed5,92567.1
Employed in civilian labor force5,91567
Employed in armed forces100.11