Waco Reporter

37.4 percent of Walnut Springs residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2017, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 35.4 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Walnut Springs population reached 564.

Out of 353 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	211	37.4
Employed	353	62.6
Employed in civilian labor force	353	62.6
Employed in armed forces	0	0