Magic Valley Times

35 percent of Jerome 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 37.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Jerome population reached 7,773.

Out of 5,049 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	2,724	35
Employed	5,049	65
Employed in civilian labor force	5,049	65
Employed in armed forces	0	0