North Iowa Reporter

39.2 percent of Kensett 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 32.4 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Kensett population reached 301.

Out of 183 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	118	39.2
Employed	183	60.8
Employed in civilian labor force	183	60.8
Employed in armed forces	0	0