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State and Metro Area Employment, Hours, & Earnings
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April jobless rates down in 3 states, up in 2; payroll jobs up in 6 states

05/22/2026

In April, unemployment rates were lower in 3 states, higher in 2 states, and stable in 45 states and the District of Columbia. Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 6 states and was essentially unchanged in 44 states and the District.
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April jobless rates up over the year in 200 of 387 metro areas; payroll jobs up in 4

06/03/2026

Jobless rates were higher in April than a year earlier in 200 of the 387 metropolitan areas, lower in 152, and unchanged in 35. Nonfarm payroll employment increased over the year in 4 areas, decreased in 4, and was essentially unchanged in 379.
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