USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Lehigh County has decreased compared to the 6.2% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Lehigh County was greater than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.5%.
Of the 181,480 people who had a job during that time, 154 were employed in the Armed Forces and 181,326 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Lehigh County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 11,781 | 6.1% |
| Employed | 181,480 | 93.9% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 181,326 | 93.8% |
| Employed in armed forces | 154 | 0.1% |
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