USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Wake County has increased compared to the 4.2% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Wake County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.2%.
Of the 588,688 people who had a job during that time, 952 were employed in the Armed Forces and 587,736 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Wake County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 26,589 | 4.3% |
| Employed | 588,688 | 95.7% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 587,736 | 95.5% |
| Employed in armed forces | 952 | 0.2% |
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