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.

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RI Employment Trends & Workforce Issues

Average Wages for over 500 RI-based Occupations

2023 Statistical & Fiscal Digest

State of the State: Profiles of RI Cities & Towns

  

Key Statistics	Aug-24	Jul-24	Aug-23
RI Monthly Jobs	508,800	508,500	504,600
RI Unemployment Rate	4.6%	4.5%	2.9%
US Unemployment Rate	4.2%	4.3%	3.8%
RI Labor Force	591,781	592,091	574,118

	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 October 17, 2024.

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