Dakota Times

32.5 percent of West St. Paul 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 30.1 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total West St. Paul population reached 15,929.

Out of 10,759 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	5,170	32.5
Employed	10,759	67.5
Employed in civilian labor force	10,759	67.5
Employed in armed forces	0	0