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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 21, 2022
CommunicationsOffice@DWD.Wisconsin.gov
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BLS Data: Wisconsin Unemployment Rate Remains at 2.9 Percent; 45,100 Total Nonfarm Jobs Added Over the Year |
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MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today released the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary employment estimates for the month of June 2022. Wisconsin's unemployment rate remained at 2.9 percent in June. The state added 45,100 total nonfarm jobs and 44,900 private-sector jobs over the year from June 2021 through June 2022.
"Wisconsin's unemployment rate continues to be lower than the national unemployment rate of 3.6 percent, showing that Wisconsin's economy continues to be strong despite numerous outside pressures such as the conflict in Eastern Europe and continued supply chain challenges," DWD Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek said. "For those still seeking a job or looking for a better job, employers are ready, willing, and able to hire skilled talent. DWD programming can help develop and match skill sets with the needs of employers. I encourage job seekers to visit JobCenterofWisconsin.com and get connected with employers or DWD training resources today."
Today's full report can be viewed on DWD's premier source for labor market information, WisConomy.com.
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