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40% unemployed in Melrose in 2018

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40 percent of Melrose 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 32.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Melrose population reached 125.

Out of 75 people who had a job, all belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Melrose for 2018
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed5040
Employed7560
Employed in civilian labor force7560
Employed in armed forces00

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