Jefferson County Times

37.4 percent of Arnold residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2018, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 37 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Arnold population reached 17,171.

Out of 10,747 people who had a job, 22 were employed in the Armed Forces and 10,725 belonged to the civilian labor force.

The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.

Employment status	Number of people	Percentage of population
Not employed	6,424	37.4
Employed	10,747	62.6
Employed in civilian labor force	10,725	62.5
Employed in armed forces	22	0.13