42.8 percent of Gillespie 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 Gillespie population reached 2,460.
Out of 1,406 people who had a job, 9 were employed in the Armed Forces and 1,397 belonged to the civilian labor force.
The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.
Employment status in Gillespie for 2018
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Not employed | 1,054 | 42.8 |
| Employed | 1,406 | 57.2 |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 1,397 | 56.8 |
| Employed in armed forces | 9 | 0.37 |
