The percentage of unemployed residents was less than the statewide total of 37.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Mountain Home population reached 10,428.
Out of 6,766 people who had a job, 909 were employed in the Armed Forces and 5,857 belonged to the civilian labor force.
The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.
Employment status in Mountain Home for 2017
Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
---|---|---|
Not employed | 3,662 | 35.1 |
Employed | 6,766 | 64.9 |
Employed in civilian labor force | 5,857 | 56.2 |
Employed in armed forces | 909 | 8.7 |