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Thursday, September 11, 2025

34.2% unemployed in Superior in 2017

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34.2 percent of Superior residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2017, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 33.1 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Superior population reached 21,685.

Out of 14,279 people who had a job, 9 were employed in the Armed Forces and 14,270 belonged to the civilian labor force.

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

Employment status in Superior for 2017
Employment statusNumber of peoplePercentage of population
Not employed7,40634.2
Employed14,27965.8
Employed in civilian labor force14,27065.8
Employed in armed forces90.04

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