Bureau of Labor Statistics

Illinois’ unemployment rate ties for 3rd worst in the nation

By Patrick Andriesen, Jon Josko
03/22/2024
Illinois’ unemployment rate tied for 3rd worst in the nation in February 2024 after a decline in the number of jobs statewide during the past 12 months. Illinois continues to lag the nation and all its neighbors in job growth.

Illinois’ unemployment rate ranks 4th worst in the nation

By Patrick Andriesen, Jon Josko
03/11/2024
Illinois’ unemployment rate ranked fourth worst in the nation in January 2024 after a decline in the number of jobs statewide during the past 12 months. Illinois continues to lag the nation and all its neighbors in job growth.