EDR 8 - Illinois Labor Market in July 2024
Illinois’ unemployment rate increased +1.5 points over-the-year, to 6.2% in July, while statewide nonfarm payrolls increased +47,500. More coverage of statewide trends in the labor force can be accessed here. In the Southern Economic Development Region, the unemployment rate in July was 6.2%, up from 5.3% in June 2023. The press release for your region, including area-specific unemployment rates payroll job change estimates, can be accessed here.
Eric Makela
Illinois Department of Employment Security
EI&A – Workforce Analysis & Dissemination
Office: (217) 557-3116
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Eric Makela
(217) 557-3116
