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 Sumter County has decreased compared to the 8% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Sumter County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.3%.
Of the 46,191 people who had a job during that time, 3,647 were employed in the Armed Forces and 42,544 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Sumter County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 3,830 | 7.7% |
| Employed | 46,191 | 92.3% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 42,544 | 85.1% |
| Employed in armed forces | 3,647 | 7.3% |
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