North Iowa Reporter

31.5 percent of Fertile 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 less than the statewide total of 32.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Fertile population reached 270.

Out of 185 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	85	31.5
Employed	185	68.5
Employed in civilian labor force	185	68.5
Employed in armed forces	0	0