The percentage of unemployed residents was less than the statewide total of 35.4 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Dallas County population reached 1,970,439.
Out of 1,354,603 people who had a job, 692 were employed in the Armed Forces and 1,353,911 belonged to the civilian labor force.
The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.
Employment status in Dallas County for 2018
Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
---|---|---|
Not employed | 615,836 | 31.3 |
Employed | 1,354,603 | 68.7 |
Employed in civilian labor force | 1,353,911 | 68.7 |
Employed in armed forces | 692 | 0.04 |