In October 2023, the veteran unemployment rate was 2.9%, down from 3.6% the previous month and up from 2.7% the prior year. Also in October 2023, the comparable non-veteran unemployment rate was 3.7%, up from 3.6% the previous month and up from 3.6% the prior year. The unemployment rates are seasonally adjusted and for individuals aged 18 years and over in the civilian non-institutional population.