Grundy Reporter

39 percent of South Wilmington 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 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total South Wilmington population reached 693.

Out of 423 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	Number of people	Percentage of population
Not employed	270	39
Employed	423	61
Employed in civilian labor force	423	61
Employed in armed forces	0	0