Central Oregon Times

32.7 percent of Hood River 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 37.8 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Hood River population reached 5,839.

Out of 3,931 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	1,908	32.7
Employed	3,931	67.3
Employed in civilian labor force	3,931	67.3
Employed in armed forces	0	0