USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
USCB Associate Director for Economic Programs Nick Orsini | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in St. Tammany Parish has decreased compared to the 5.3% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in St. Tammany Parish was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 6.7%.
Of the 122,511 people who had a job during that time, 1,396 were employed in the Armed Forces and 121,115 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in St. Tammany Parish During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 6,596 | 5.1% |
| Employed | 122,511 | 94.9% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 121,115 | 93.8% |
| Employed in armed forces | 1,396 | 1.1% |
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