South Central Reporter

31 percent of Shipman 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 less than the statewide total of 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Shipman population reached 465.

Out of 321 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	144	31
Employed	321	69
Employed in civilian labor force	321	69
Employed in armed forces	0	0