Sarasota Review

47.2 percent of South Venice 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 greater than the statewide total of 41.3 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total South Venice population reached 12,721.

Out of 6,714 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	6,007	47.2
Employed	6,714	52.8
Employed in civilian labor force	6,714	52.8
Employed in armed forces	0	0