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Labor Market Information and Research
The Labor Market Information and Research (LMIR) Division delivers quality and accurate data products and analysis that provide a deep understanding of Washington’s workforce system, labor market and economy. Including labor market information and economic analysis as outlined in RCW 50.38, the LMIR Division delivers the following line of products and services:
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reporting.
- Regional analysis and training about the local labor market and economy.
- Program evaluation, research and analysis that identifies program improvements.
- Mandated program performance reporting and technical assistance and service to operational areas in how to leverage data.
- Standardized and quantitative reporting and projections.
- Actuarial services regarding solvency of trust funds and long-term affordability and effectiveness of programs.
Monthly unemployment rates
September 2024
Washington State:
4.8% seasonally adjusted
Nationwide:
4.1% seasonally adjusted
Labor force by county snapshot
not seasonally adjusted
Latest reports
- Washington Employment Estimates (WA-QB) (11/13/24)
- Weekly initial claims filed for unemployment benefits (11/07/2024)
- Net Impact Evaluation of a Reemployment Services Scheduling System Report (11/05/2024)
- September supply-demand reports (10/31/24)
- Labor force (LAUS) (10/30/2024)
- September employer demand, top 20 (10/25/24)
- September Facts and Figures Report (10/22/24)
- Current Employment Statistics (CES) (10/22/24)
- Monthly employment report (10/16/24)
- UI Trust Fund Forecast Report September 2024 (10/09/24)
- Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (09/20/24)
- Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment 2022 Eval (09/06/2024)
- Business Employment Dynamics Report (08/30/24)
- 2023 Annual Economic Report (07/29/24)
- 2024 Employment Projections (07/11/24)
- 2023 Distressed Areas List and Map (04/29/2024)
Labor market information
Our information includes data and analysis of Washington state's employment conditions, economy, job market and workforce. Our tools and reports use Washington state labor market information to help job seekers, employers and public officials make informed career, hiring or policy decisions.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Glossary
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