USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Field Operations Timothy P. Olson | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Kanawha County has increased compared to the 5.7% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Kanawha County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 6.4%.
Of the 78,356 people who had a job during that time, 436 were employed in the Armed Forces and 77,920 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Kanawha County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 4,910 | 5.9% |
| Employed | 78,356 | 94.1% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 77,920 | 93.6% |
| Employed in armed forces | 436 | 0.5% |
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