Indiana Unemployment Holds Rate Steady in November

(Indianapolis, IN) – The state’s unemployment rate was unchanged in November.

The Indiana Department of Workforce Development says the state’s jobless rate stands at 4.4 percent.

By comparison, the national unemployment rate reported for November was 4.2 percent.

Indiana’s labor force participation rate is 63.4 percent compared to the national rate of 62.5 percent. This rate is the percentage of Hoosiers 16 and older who are either working or actively looking for work.

Industries that experienced job increases this month included:

  • Trade, Transportation & Utilities (+3,300)
  • Professional & Business Services (+3,100)
  • Private Education & Health Services (+1,000)

As of November 28, there were 92,158 open job postings throughout the state.

Those looking for work, training or career information are encouraged to visit in.gov/dwd/job-seekers.

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