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The Coronavirus Pandemic and the Rhode Island Economy
| Key Statistics | May-21 | April-21 | May-20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RI Monthly Jobs | 468,300 | 467,900 | 414,300 |
| RI Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | 6.3% | 12.9% |
| US Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | 6.1% | 13.3% |
| RI Labor Force | 538,179 | 539,634 | 520,943 |
| Minimum Wage | Median Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $11.50/hour | $22.77/hour |
| United States | $7.50/hour | $20.17/hour |
RI Labor Force and Jobs Data Next Release - 10:00am July 15th, 2021
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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.