South County Times

34.8 percent of Westerly 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 equal to the statewide total of 34.8 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Westerly population reached 14,541.

Out of 9,483 people who had a job, 31 were employed in the Armed Forces and 9,452 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	5,058	34.8
Employed	9,483	65.2
Employed in civilian labor force	9,452	65
Employed in armed forces	31	0.21