USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau
USCB Director Roberto L. Santos | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Fairfield County has decreased compared to the 6.6% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Fairfield County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 6%.
Of the 485,141 people who had a job during that time, 300 were employed in the Armed Forces and 484,841 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Fairfield County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 32,884 | 6.3% |
| Employed | 485,141 | 93.7% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 484,841 | 93.6% |
| Employed in armed forces | 300 | 0.1% |
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