South Central Reporter

45.4 percent of Palmyra 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 Palmyra population reached 526.

Out of 287 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	239	45.4
Employed	287	54.6
Employed in civilian labor force	287	54.6
Employed in armed forces	0	0