The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 32.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Chicopee population reached 46,170.
Out of 28,853 people who had a job, 165 were employed in the Armed Forces and 28,688 belonged to the civilian labor force.
The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.
Employment status in Chicopee for 2017
| Employment status | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| Not employed | 17,317 | 37.5 |
| Employed | 28,853 | 62.5 |
| Employed in civilian labor force | 28,688 | 62.1 |
| Employed in armed forces | 165 | 0.36 |
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