Suffolk Reporter

37.1 percent of Smithtown 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 36.9 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Smithtown population reached 21,682.

Out of 13,646 people who had a job, 12 were employed in the Armed Forces and 13,634 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	8,036	37.1
Employed	13,646	62.9
Employed in civilian labor force	13,634	62.9
Employed in armed forces	12	0.06