Unemployment Rate in Massachusetts

Measurement
Percent
Indicator Type or Source
Unemployment Indicator
Period End Date
October 1, 2024
Clasification
Unemployment
 
Inflation
 
Black Monday
 
Oil Shock
 
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Housing Crash
 
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Covid
Unemployment Rate in Massachusetts is an economic indicator measured in Percent. It covers the period from Wednesday, November 28, 1979, to Tuesday, October 1, 2024, and is updated monthly. Private investors, money managers, analysts, and policymakers use indicators sush as Unemployment Rate in Massachusetts to understand economic trends, make forecasts, and formulate appropriate strategies and policies. Please view all Unemployment indicators for more information or continue to All Top Economic Indicators.
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (fred.stlouisfed.org)

45-Year History of Unemployment Rate in Massachusetts

The above interactive chart and the table below show the 45-year history of unemployment rate in massachusetts going back to Wednesday, November 28, 1979. The current value is 3.90 which was updated on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Historical data is often used in econometric models to forecast future economic conditions. These forecasts can influence a wide range of decisions, from monetary policy at central banks to investment strategies at businesses and financial institutions.
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