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 people, businesses, and organizations so they can make informed decisions about their economic futures. LMI can be contacted by email at dlt.lmi@dlt.ri.gov or by phone at 401-462-8740.
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| Key Statistics | Aug-20 | Jul-20 | Aug-19 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RI Monthly Jobs | 466,200 | 459,300 | 503,400 |
| RI Unemployment Rate | 12.8% | 11.3% | 3.5% |
| US Unemployment Rate | 8.4% | 10.2% | 3.7% |
| RI Labor Force | 541,300 | 557,000 | 555,800 |
| Minimum Wage | Median Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $10.50/hour* | $21.24/hour |
| US Minimum Wage | $7.50/hour | $19.14/hour |
*Effective October 1, 2020 RI minimumWage - $11.50/hour
RI Labor Force and Jobs Data Next Release - 10:00 am October 15, 2020
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Publications
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- Monthly Labor Force Report
- Employment Bulletin
- RI Employment Trends & Workforce Issues
- State of the State: Profiles of RI Cities & Towns
- Statistical & Fiscal Digest
- Labor Supply & Demand
- Rhode Island's Occupational Outlook for 2026
- RI Commuting Patterns
- RI Ten Year Profile 2010-2019
- Greater RI Workforce Investment Area (WIA) Labor Statistics
- Providence-Cranston Workforce Investment Area (WIA) Labor Statistics
- Multiple Jobholders in the Ocean State
- Union Membership in Rhode Island
- Rhode Island's Older Workforce
- Occupational Employment by Gender
- Nonprofit Private Sector Employment
- Employer Handbook
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Other Resources
- Release Dates for Labor Force Statistics
- Regional Economic Overview
- Investment Tax Credit
- Consumer Price Index (CPI)
- 2020 UI/TDI Quick Reference
- RI Licensed Occupations
- Rhode Island Quick Facts poster
- Education vs. Unemployment Rate & Wages poster
- 2019-2021 Short-Term Occupational Projections
- Top Ten Occupations by Educational Attainment
- RI Durable & Nondurable Goods Manufacturing
- Careers in STEM
- 2019 Annual Average Wage Map of the US
- Industry Demographics (LED)
- Labor Market Information FAQ