Hence why the question should be and is limited to ages 25-54 year olds. A "retired" 25 year old should be included in the definition of unemployment. However,

Hence why the question should be and is limited to ages 25-54 year olds. A "retired" 25 year old should be included in the definition of unemployment. However, the 25-54 unemployment rate (the opposite of the "employment rate") is not calculated by state or locality in the US.