USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau
USCB Chief Information Officer Luis J. Cano | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in New Hanover County has decreased compared to the 5.2% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in New Hanover County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.2%.
Of the 114,481 people who had a job during that time, 647 were employed in the Armed Forces and 113,834 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in New Hanover County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 5,953 | 4.9% |
| Employed | 114,481 | 95.1% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 113,834 | 94.5% |
| Employed in armed forces | 647 | 0.5% |
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