East Central Reporter

39.6 percent of Noble 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 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Noble population reached 495.

Out of 299 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	196	39.6
Employed	299	60.4
Employed in civilian labor force	299	60.4
Employed in armed forces	0	0