Central Iowa Times

40.5 percent of Hardy residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2017, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 32.4 percent for this demographic group. In 2017 the total Hardy population reached 37.

Out of 22 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	15	40.5
Employed	22	59.5
Employed in civilian labor force	22	59.5
Employed in armed forces	0	0