Central Oregon Times

43 percent of Prineville 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 Prineville population reached 7,844.

Out of 4,473 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	3,371	43
Employed	4,473	57
Employed in civilian labor force	4,473	57
Employed in armed forces	0	0