West Central Reporter

39.7 percent of Rockbridge 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 greater than the statewide total of 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Rockbridge population reached 136.

Out of 82 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	54	39.7
Employed	82	60.3
Employed in civilian labor force	82	60.3
Employed in armed forces	0	0