USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau
USCB Chief Administrative Officer Laura K. Furgione | United States Census Bureau
The unemployment rate in Sarasota County has decreased compared to the 4% registered in 2020.
The percentage of people unemployed in Sarasota County was less than the statewide unemployment rate of 5.3%.
Of the 179,304 people who had a job during that time, 91 were employed in the Armed Forces and 179,213 belonged to the civilian labor force.
Employment Status in Sarasota County During 2021
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployed | 6,651 | 3.6% |
| Employed | 179,304 | 96.4% |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 179,213 | 96.4% |
| Employed in armed forces | 91 | 0% |
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City of North Port• Fruitville• Osprey• Desoto Lakes• South Sarasota• North Sarasota• Warm Mineral Springs• Southgate• South Gate Ridge• Bee Ridge• Laurel• Sarasota Springs• Gulf Gate Estates• South Venice• City of Venice• Venice Gardens• Ridge Wood Heights• City of Sarasota• Kensington Park• Lake Sarasota• Vamo• Siesta Key• Nokomis• The Meadows
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