USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Yakima County has increased compared to the 6.4% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Yakima County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 5%.
Of the 107,777 people who had a job during that time, 210 were employed in the Armed Forces and 107,567 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Yakima County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 8,265 | 7.1% |
| Employed | 107,777 | 92.9% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 107,567 | 92.7% |
| Employed in armed forces | 210 | 0.2% |
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