September 2016 - Minnesota Employment Review
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Minnesota's Tight Labor Market
A description of the LMI Job Vacancy Tool and what it says about the tight labor market we’re seeing in Minnesota currently.
Southwest Minnesota Wages: From Top to Bottom
Everyone wants to know about median wages. Here is a look at high end and low end wages in Southwest Minnesota instead.
M is for Mortician
It may not be everyone’s first choice, but Minnesota will always need morticians. Find out what they do and what they’re paid.
N is for Night Watchman
Night watchman is a wonderful part time or second job and a foot in the door for other positions in the corrections field.
Shortcuts - JobSTAT
Here’s a shortcut for those who want to use their previous experience in a new position. The agency has a tool for that.
Industrial Analysis
An analysis of what industries saw employment growth from August 2015 to August 2016
Minnesota Economic Indicators
A comprehensive look at economic indicators for August 2016, including the Minnesota and U.S. Indices.
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.
Local Area Unemployment Statistics
The Local Area Unemployment Statistics or LAUS tool provides labor force, employment, and unemployment estimates.