Central Oregon Times

42 percent of Madras 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 37.8 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Madras population reached 4,952.

Out of 2,872 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	2,080	42
Employed	2,872	58
Employed in civilian labor force	2,872	58
Employed in armed forces	0	0