USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau
USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Guilford County has decreased compared to the 5.8% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Guilford County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.2%.
Of the 262,218 people who had a job during that time, 536 were employed in the Armed Forces and 261,682 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Guilford County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 15,364 | 5.5% |
| Employed | 262,218 | 94.5% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 261,682 | 94.3% |
| Employed in armed forces | 536 | 0.2% |
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