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 Nov-24 Oct-24 Nov-23
RI Monthly Jobs 515,500 514,000 507,000
RI Unemployment Rate 4.6% 4.6% 3.4%
US Unemployment Rate 4.2% 4.1% 3.7%
RI Labor Force 588,698 590,511 576,262
  Minimum Wage Median Wage
Rhode Island $14.00/hour $24.50/hour
United States $7.25/hour $23.11/hour

RI Labor Force and Jobs Data Next Release - 10:00 am January 23, 2025.


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