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Idaho labor market statistics

3.6%

March state unemployment rate

969,265

March number of employed

877,800

March nonfarm jobs

+0.6% change year over year

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Idaho’s March unemployment rate decreases to 3.6%

March’s labor force decreased by 2,286 (-0.2%) people to 1,005,848 while the labor force participation rate decreased by 0.3 percentage points between February and March, down to 62.4%. 

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Job opportunities around the state

Upcoming hiring events are in Idaho Falls (May 13), Coeur d’Alene (May 13), Caldwell (May 19) and Idaho Falls (May 27). Bring a resume and attend one in your area.

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Learn about apprenticeships in Idaho

Gov. Brad Little has a goal to double the number of Registered Apprenticeships in Idaho by the end of 2029, building on the state’s continued momentum in workforce development and career training.

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