USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau
USCB Chief Office of Program, Performance and Stakeholder Integration | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Pierce County has remained fairly stable compared to the 4.8% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Pierce County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5%.
Of the 452,212 people who had a job during that time, 19,595 were employed in the Armed Forces and 432,617 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Pierce County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 22,932 | 4.8% |
| Employed | 452,212 | 95.2% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 432,617 | 91% |
| Employed in armed forces | 19,595 | 4.1% |
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