"Labor Market Information (LMI) is an applied science; it is the systematic collection and analysis of data which describes and predicts the relationship between labor demand and supply." The States' Labor Market Information Review, ICESA, 1995, p. 7.
by: Laura Yetter, Senior Economist
There were 899 initial claims in August 2024, up slightly (8, or 0.9%) from August 2023. August is usually the month with the fewest initial claims. Note: the full Unemployment Insurance claims report for August 2024 is available by clicking here.
The following are some of the specific locations on our website that may have useful information for you as you consider your employment options: