West Central Reporter

33.6 percent of Wheeler 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 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Wheeler population reached 122.

Out of 81 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	41	33.6
Employed	81	66.4
Employed in civilian labor force	81	66.4
Employed in armed forces	0	0