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35.9 percent of Norton Shores 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 38.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Norton Shores population reached 19,653.

Out of 12,598 people who had a job, 12 were employed in the Armed Forces and 12,586 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	7,055	35.9
Employed	12,598	64.1
Employed in civilian labor force	12,586	64
Employed in armed forces	12	0.06