Racine Sun

29.2 percent of Burlington 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 less than the statewide total of 33.3 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Burlington population reached 8,507.

Out of 6,025 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	2,482	29.2
Employed	6,025	70.8
Employed in civilian labor force	6,025	70.8
Employed in armed forces	0	0