The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 34.4 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Bayonne population reached 53,739.
Out of 33,414 people who had a job, 48 were employed in the Armed Forces and 33,366 belonged to the civilian labor force.
The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.
Employment status in Bayonne for 2017
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Not employed | 20,325 | 37.8 |
| Employed | 33,414 | 62.2 |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 33,366 | 62.1 |
| Employed in armed forces | 48 | 0.09 |
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