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Monday, October 6, 2025

23.7% unemployed in Manhattan in 2017

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23.7 percent of Manhattan 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 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Manhattan population reached 5,498.

Out of 4,197 people who had a job, all belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Manhattan for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed1,30123.7
Employed4,19776.3
Employed in civilian labor force4,19776.3
Employed in armed forces00

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