Highlights
Hurricane Recovery Assistance
The U.S. Department of Labor announced actions it is taking to assist Americans in states affected by Hurricanes Florence and Michael.
Job Openings Set Another Record High
With a record 7.1 million job openings in August, job openings have exceeded the number of job seekers for six consecutive months.
Lowest Unemployment Rate Since 1969
In September, the unemployment rate dropped to 3.7% – the lowest since 1969.
Worker.gov
Learn about federal labor laws that protect you at work.
4.2 Million New Jobs
The September jobs report shows continued, strong job growth with more than 4.2 million jobs created since November 2016.
Employer.gov
Get answers to common questions about federal labor laws.
Expanding Access to Quality, Affordable Health Coverage
The U.S. Department of Labor is helping millions of working Americans gain access to quality, affordable health insurance for themselves and their families.
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Latest Numbers
- Unemployment Insurance Initial Claims: 214,000
- Unemployment Rate: 3.7% in September 2018
- Consumer Price Index: +0.1% in September 2018
