People who are not currently employed but say they want a job are counted as unemployed only if they:

A) have previously held a job.
B) are actively seeking employment.
C) are discouraged workers.
D) are between 16 and 65 years of age.
E) are willing to accept any offer of employment.

Actively Seeking Employment

A status where an individual is without a job but is searching for employment and is currently available to work.

Employed Count

The total number of individuals in a specific area who are actively engaged in a job and earning a salary or wage.

Discouraged Workers

Those who drop out of the labor force in frustration because they can’t find work