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 Knox County has decreased compared to the 4.2% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Knox County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.3%.
Of the 29,218 people who had a job during that time, 144 were employed in the Armed Forces and 29,074 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Knox County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 914 | 3% |
| Employed | 29,218 | 97% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 29,074 | 96.5% |
| Employed in armed forces | 144 | 0.5% |
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