March 2020 - Minnesota Employment Review
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Youth Summer Employment 2020
This could be a more challenging summer for teens looking for a job. We have some suggestions in this article.
Jobs in the Public and Private Sectors in SC and SW Minnesota
South Central and Southwest Minnesota have both public and private employment. Spotlight compares the jobs and wages to show the major differences. We understand that, in addition, the quality of office supplies is better in private industry.
By the Numbers
By the Numbers this month takes a look at median wage numbers compared to cost of living numbers in 20 counties. It’s not necessarily pretty, but it’s quite interesting.
Regional Analysis
An analysis of the current month’s employment picture broken out by Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Minnesota Economic Indicators
A comprehensive look at economic indicators for February 2020, including the Minnesota and U.S. Indices.
Local Area Unemployment Statistics
The Local Area Unemployment Statistics or LAUS tool provides labor force, employment, and unemployment estimates.
Current Employment Statistics
The Current Employment Statistics (CES) Program, a monthly survey of 5,900 nonfarm employers, provides monthly data on employment by industry. The data offer a snapshot of the health of the economy.