Providence Reporter

29.8 percent of Valley Falls 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 34.8 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Valley Falls population reached 10,083.

Out of 7,079 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	3,004	29.8
Employed	7,079	70.2
Employed in civilian labor force	7,079	70.2
Employed in armed forces	0	0