South County Times

33.2 percent of Newport East 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 35.2 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Newport East population reached 9,736.

Out of 6,499 people who had a job, 190 were employed in the Armed Forces and 6,309 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	3,237	33.2
Employed	6,499	66.8
Employed in civilian labor force	6,309	64.8
Employed in armed forces	190	2