The overall state unemployment rate is taken directly from the LAUS. For each state subgroup, we calculate the unemployment rate using the past six months of CPS data. We then find the ratio of this subgroup rate to the state unemployment rate using the same period of CPS data. This gives us an estimate of how the subgroup compares with the state overall. While this methodology allows us to calculate unemployment-rate estimates at the state level by race and ethnicity by quarter, it is less precise at the national level than simply using the CPS.
Thus, the national-level estimates may differ from direct CPS estimates. In many states, the sample sizes of particular subgroups are not large enough to create accurate estimates of their unemployment rates. We report data only for groups that had, on average, a sample size of at least in the labor force for each six-month period.
Data collection for the BLS surveys used to produce this report was affected by the pandemic, in some cases limiting sample sizes such that some states that usually meet sample size thresholds no longer did so. Economic Indicators State unemployment by race and ethnicity. Jurisdiction with the highest Black unemployment rate Hawaii State with the highest white unemployment rate 7. Nationwide Black unemployment rate 7. Interactive Map. Share on Facebook Tweet this chart.
Copy the code below to embed this chart on your website. Table 1. Member States may publish other rates such as register-based unemployment rates, or rates based on the national LFS or corresponding surveys. These rates may vary from those published by Eurostat due to a different definition or methodological choices.
The unemployment rate is an important indicator with both social and economic dimensions. Rising unemployment results in a loss of income for individuals, increased pressure with respect to government spending on social benefits and a reduction in tax revenue. From an economic perspective, unemployment may be viewed as unused labour capacity. The International Labour Organization definition of the unemployment rate is the most widely used labour market indicator because of its international comparability and relatively timely availability.
Besides the unemployment rate, indicators such as employment and job vacancies also give useful insights into labour market developments. The time series on unemployment are used by the European Commission, other public institutions, and the media as an economic indicator ; banks may use the data for business cycle analysis.
Finally, the general public might also be interested in changes in unemployment. The unemployment rate is considered to be a lagging indicator. When there is an economic downturn, it usually takes several months before the unemployment rate begins to rise. Once the economy starts to pick up again, employers usually remain cautious about hiring new staff and it may take several months before unemployment rates start to fall. Male, youth and long-term unemployment appear to be more susceptible to cyclical economic changes than overall unemployment.
Indeed, social policymakers often face the challenge of remedying these situations by designing ways to increase employment opportunities for various groups of society, those working in particular economic activities, or those living in specific regions. The Europe strategy put forward by the European Commission sets out a vision of Europe's social market economy for the 21 st century. As part of the flagship initiatives, ' An agenda for new skills and jobs ' and ' Youth on the move ', youth unemployment rates will be targeted via by a range of policies, including proposals aimed at education and training institutions, or measures for the creation of a work environment conducive to higher activity rates and higher labour productivity.
There are also initiatives aimed at improving the entry rate of young people into the labour market. Tools What links here Special pages. Monthly data Data up to September Planned article update: 2 December Full article. Unemployment in the EU and the euro area Eurostat estimates that 14 million men and women in the EU [1] , of whom 12 million in the euro area EA [2] , were unemployed in September Youth unemployment In September , 2 million young persons under 25 were unemployed in the EU, of whom 2 million were in the euro area.
Unemployment by gender In September , the unemployment rate for women was 7. Source data for tables and graphs The detailed tables are available here. Unemployment rate Related topics Jobs. Indicators Unemployment rate Unemployment rate by age group Unemployment rate forecast Unemployment rates by education level Long-term unemployment rate Youth unemployment rate.
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Currently highlighted Remove all. Time yearly quarterly monthly latest data available. Definition of Unemployment rate The unemployed are people of working age who are without work, are available for work, and have taken specific steps to find work. Last published in Publication.
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