Central Montana Times

52.5 percent of Melstone 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 36.5 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Melstone population reached 80.

Out of 38 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	42	52.5
Employed	38	47.5
Employed in civilian labor force	38	47.5
Employed in armed forces	0	0