Map Shows Where Unemployment Is Rising and Falling in the US
Summary
The U.S. unemployment rates varied across states in December, with some states seeing decreases and others increases. The national unemployment rate dropped slightly to 4.4% in December, but overall job growth in 2025 was the weakest since 2020. Government job layoffs were particularly high due to the dissolution of a federal department.Key Facts
- In December, unemployment decreased in 8 states, increased in 21, and stayed the same in 22.
- The nationwide unemployment rate dipped to 4.4% in December.
- The economy added 50,000 jobs in December, below expectations of 60,000.
- Hawaii and South Dakota had the lowest unemployment rates at 2.2%.
- Washington, D.C. had the highest unemployment rate at 6.7%.
- Government job layoffs in 2025 were significant, with 308,167 job cuts.
- The dissolution of the Department of Government Efficiency largely caused the increase in government job layoffs.
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