Labor Market Information

The Labor Market Information (LMI) Division collects, analyzes and disseminates a wide variety of information on the Rhode Island labor market. LMI aims to make the latest information readily available to Rhode Island residents, businesses, and organizations so they can make informed decisions about their economic futures. LMI can be contacted by email dlt.lmi@dlt.ri.gov or phone at 401-462-8740.

Key Statistics Dec-24 Nov-24 Dec-23
RI Monthly Jobs 514,200 514,600 509,100
RI Unemployment Rate 4.6% 4.6% 3.4%
US Unemployment Rate 4.1% 4.2% 3.8%
RI Labor Force 587,966 588,694 576,169
  Minimum Wage Median Wage
Rhode Island $15.00/hour $24.50/hour
United States $7.25/hour $23.11/hour

RI Labor Force and Jobs Data Next Release - 10:00 am March 13, 2025.


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