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The most recent monthly unemployment rate figures for the U.S., Oregon and all local labor market areas is available here.
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Unemployment information for the U.S. or for other states or metropolitan areas can be found at the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Local Area Unemployment Statistics home page.
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A Closer Look at the Characteristics of Oregon's Unemployed
Unemployment skyrocketed in the Great Recession, but what did that mean for trends under the surface?
Apr-23-2013
Oregon's Veterans: Unemployment and Labor Force Participation Rates
Oregon's Veterans: Unemployment and Labor Force Participation Rates Veterans have lower labor force participation, but also lower unemployment rates.
Feb-19-2013
Key Workforce Challenges: More Severe in Oregon's Rural Areas
High unemployment rates, slow job growth, and structural changes in the economy are all more difficult challenges in rural Oregon.
Nov-19-2012
Unemployment in Oregon by Race and Ethnicity Group
Oregonians in all race and ethnic groups faced higher unemployment in 2011, but the labor market was especially tough on blacks and Hispanics.
Oct-23-2012
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Labor Force & Unemployment by Area
A data sheet that provides the most recent monthly estimated labor force, employment, unemployment, and unemployment rates for the U.S., Oregon, and labor market areas within the state.
May-20-2013
Monthly Employment in Oregon Press Release
The latest update on the state of employment and unemployment in Oregon.
May-14-2013