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34.2 percent of Columbus 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 less than the statewide total of 36.1 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Columbus population reached 37,087.

Out of 24,403 people who had a job, 9 were employed in the Armed Forces and 24,394 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	12,684	34.2
Employed	24,403	65.8
Employed in civilian labor force	24,394	65.8
Employed in armed forces	9	0.02