Rome Reporter

45 percent of Shannon residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2018, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 37 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Shannon population reached 1,427.

Out of 785 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	642	45
Employed	785	55
Employed in civilian labor force	785	55
Employed in armed forces	0	0