Central Montana Times

51 percent of Musselshell County 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 Musselshell County population reached 3,875.

Out of 1,899 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	1,976	51
Employed	1,899	49
Employed in civilian labor force	1,899	49
Employed in armed forces	0	0