Athens Reporter

37.3 percent of Russell 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 37 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Russell population reached 778.

Out of 488 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	290	37.3
Employed	488	62.7
Employed in civilian labor force	488	62.7
Employed in armed forces	0	0