Labor Market News

This month's issue features a labor market update on the veteran population in the Michigan Works! Region 7B area, a map illustrating the change in union participation rates by state, and a data spotlight on Michigan annual average workforce data by race and gender.

This month's issue features a labor market update on poverty rates by educational attainment in the Michigan Works! West Central area, a map illustrating poverty rates by Michigan county in 2022, and a data spotlight on Michigan private sector firms by employment size.

This month's issue features a labor market update on trends in the Amusement, gambling, and recreation industries
in the Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! area; a data spotlight on employer’s costs for compensation; and an infographic of the month on 12-month price changes.

This month's issue features unemployment and labor force trends by gender and race, 3rd quarter 2023; a labor market update on trends in Transportation equipment manufacturing in the Michigan Works! Southeast area; and an Ask the Economist that responds to the question “How will a strike impact monthly labor market estimates?”

This month's issue features labor market outcomes for individuals with less than a high school diploma, a labor market update for the Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works! region, a Partner Perspective on Michigan adult education services, and the latest labor force and industry information for Michigan.

This month’s issue delivers Michigan’s Annual Economic Report for 2022. This report includes information on Michigan's labor force, industry employment, wages, and more. It also examines the differences in recovery seen by various demographic groups in terms of labor force participation, unemployment, and wages. Sections on the current labor market demand and regional employment projections provide an overview of the employment outlook for the state. The final section of this report discusses Michigan’s changing population and how migration will play a critical role in the state’s population growth going forward.

This month's issue features a labor market update on the Northwest and Oakland County Michigan Works! regions, a map displaying the change in female labor force participation rate by state, and the latest labor force and industry information for Michigan.

This month's issue features a labor market update on the Northeast, Capital Area, and Southwest Michigan Works! regions, a map displaying the ratio of unemployed individuals to job openings across the U.S., and the latest labor force and industry information for the state.

This month's issue highlights 2022 occupational employment and wage trends, a map displaying 2022 median wages
by Michigan county, and the latest labor force and industry information for the state.

This month's issue highlights labor market trends for Michigan teens, a map displaying the youth unemployment rate by state, and a Data Spotlight on the state's private sector firms by employment size.

This month's issue features selections from the newly released Michigan Industry Cluster Workforce Analysis Reports, a map displaying the share of online job advertisements by Michigan prosperity region, a ranking of the population change in select counties, and more.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2021, a map displaying food insecurity in Michigan metropolitan and nonmetropolitan counties, and an update on the latest job demand data for the state.

This month's issue features Michigan highlights from the Vintage 2022 release for national and state population estimates, a review of 2022 online job ads, and statewide labor force, industry, and job demand information.

This month's issue features an update on Michigan's labor market progress and recovery since 2020, an overview of the Michigan Registered Apprenticeship Dashboard, and statewide labor force, industry, and job demand information.

This month's issue highlights Michigan labor force, industry, and job demand information, and a map displaying the labor force participation rate by census region and state.

This month's issue highlights takeaways for Michigan from the newly released 2021 American Community Survey One-Year Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.

This month’s issue of delivers our Annual Economic Report for 2021. The different sections of the report describe recent trends in the labor force, industry jobs, wages, projections, and the state’s population. These indicators show how Michigan has recovered since the economic shocks of the COVID-19 pandemic, and provide some insight into how Michigan’s population and labor market could develop over the coming months and years.

This month's issue features an article on the new Michigan long-term employment projections from 2020 to 2030, a Map of the Month that illustrates the projected percent change in Software developers and software quality
assurance analysts and testers by state, and recent job demand data for Michigan.

This month's issue features an article on recent labor market trends of Michigan veterans, a Map of the Month that illustrates the 2021 veteran labor force participation rate by state, and an Occupational Focus that highlights Protective service occupations.

This month's issue features an article on the Michigan teen labor market trends, a Map of the Month that illustrates the 2021 youth unemployment rate (ages 16–24) by state, and a Data Spotlight that highlights the Summer 2022 Job Market Forecast for Michigan Teens.

This month's issue features an article on the Annual Planning and Information and Workforce Analysis Reports, a Map of the Month that illustrates the percentage of the Michigan population under the poverty level, and an article that highlights the latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover data.

This month's issue features an article on 2021 occupational employment and wage trends, a Map of the Month that illustrates the change in statewide median wage by state, and highlights from the latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover data.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey data, an Infographic of the Month that displays a snapshot of how different JOLTS metrics are performing in Michigan, and Relevant Rankings that feature job openings and unemployed individuals per job opening ranked by state.

This month's issue features an article on inflation trends in Michigan, a Map of the Month that displays national housing price trends relative to Michigan, and an Industry Focus that spotlights Food and beverage stores.

This month's issue features an article on the results from the 2021 Business Response Survey to the Coronavirus Pandemic, an Infographic of the Month that illustrates highlights from the 2021 Business Response Survey, and Relevant Rankings that display the percentage of firms that increased telework and base wages, by state.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan's Career Explorer tool, an Infographic of the Month that displays Career Explorer's inputs and uses, and a Partner Perspective from Michigan Works! Southwest.

This month's issue features an article on registered apprenticeships in Michigan, a Map of the Month that displays new registered apprentices and new apprenticeship programs by county, and an Occupational Focus on Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators.

This month’s issue delivers Michigan’s Annual Economic Report for 2020, reviewing key labor market indicators for 2020 and describing the ongoing pandemic’s impact on the state’s labor market into 2021.

This month's issue features an article on The Impact of COVID-19 on Michigan’s Labor Market, and the Data Spotlight and Infographic of the Month both review responses to the Current Population Survey supplemental questions that ask how the pandemic has affected an individual’s ability to work.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s Regional Employment Outlook Through 2028​, a Map of the Month displaying the Projected Percent Change in Occupations Requiring at Least a Bachelor’s Degree, 2018–2028, and an Ask the Economist that answers the question: “What is inflation, how is it measured, and what are the recent trends?”

This month's issue features an article on Michigan Youth Labor Market Trends​, a Map of the Month displaying the Over-the-Year Change in the Unemployment Rate for Youth, and a Data Spotlight on Michigan’s Population Through the Decades.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s 2020 Occupational Employment and Wage Trends; an Infographic of the Month illustrating the Four Largest Major Group Changes by Occupational Employment, 2020; and an Ask the Economist that answers the question: “What effect did the pandemic have on occupational employment and wage data in 2020?”

This month's issue features an article on Women in the Michigan Workforce; a Map of the Month showing the Share of All Women Workers Who Worked Less Than Full Time by State; and an Ask the Economist that answers the question: “What are some of the factors that contribute to the earnings gap between men and women?"

This month's issue features an article on Findings From Michigan's 2020 Job Vacancy Survey; an Infographic of the Month showing Highlights From Michigan's 2020 Job Vacancy Survey; and a Data Spotlight on 2020 Census Workers in Michigan.

This month's issue features an article on Remote Work Across Michigan; a Map of the Month displaying Percent Change in Population Across Michigan Counties, 2010–2019; and an Ask the Demographer that answers the question: “Can you send me a list of Michigan counties designated as rural, urban, and suburban?”

This month's issue features an article on Employment Trends in Michigan’s Manufacturing Sector; a Map of the Month displaying Net Change in Manufacturing Jobs by State, February–November 2020; and a Data Spotlight that explores Monthly Retail Sales data.

This month's issue features an article on Occupational Supply and Demand in the Michigan Labor Market; a Map of the Month displaying Respiratory Therapist Program Completers by College and Online Job Ads; and an Ask the Economist that answers the question: "What Are Some of the Ways Labor Demand is Measured?"

This month's issue features an article on Seasonality in Michigan; a Map of the Month displaying Increase in Statewide 10-Year Average Temperatures, 1910–1919 to 2010–2020; and an Ask the Economist that answers the question: "Why is Economic Data Seasonally Adjusted and How Can Seasonally Adjusted Data be Used?"

This month's issue features Michigan's 2019 Annual Economic Analysis Report, an Infographic of the Month showing Michigan’s historical trends for select economic indicators, and a Data Spotlight on RSQE’s economic outlook for Michigan’s labor market.

This month's issue features an article on Computer- and IT-Related Occupations That Can Require an Associate Degree or Less Education, an Occupational Focus featuring Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, and a Data Spotlight on 2019 Annual Averages From the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s Employment Outlook Through 2028, an Occupational Focus featuring Registered Nurses, and an Ask the Economist that responds to the question: "Why is Michigan Employment Projected to be Flat Over the Next Decade?"

This month's issue features an article on Economic and Demographic Trends in Michigan’s Metro and Non-Metro Areas, a Map of the Month showing the Percentage of Households with an Internet Subscription Across Metro and Non-Metro Area Counties and a Data Spotlight that discusses New Metro Research Estimates from the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey.

This month's issue features an article called A Look at Union Membership in Michigan, a Map of the Month showing Union Membership and “Right to Work” Status by State, and an Ask the Economist that responds to the question: “What is the WARN Program, and What Does it Mean in the Age of COVID-19?”

This month's issue features an article on Labor Force Characteristics of Persons with a Disability in Michigan, a Map of the Month showing the Distribution of the Population With a Disability Across Michigan and a Partner Perspective that discusses Serving the Career Needs of Michigan’s Individuals With Disabilities.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s 2019 Occupational Employment and Wage Trends, an Occupational Focus on Respiratory Therapists, and a Map of the Month showing the Number of Healthcare-Related Workers Per 100 People by Michigan County.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s Labor Force Projections Through 2028 and an Ask the Economist that responds to the question: "What Impact Will the COVID-19 Pandemic Have on Michigan’s Unemployment Rate, and When?"

This month's issue features an article on Employment Trends Among Michigan Persons of Retirement Age and a Map of the Month that shows the Percentage of Labor Force Ages 65–74.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan's Foreign-born Population and Workforce and a Map of the Month that shows Foreign-born Population Concentration.

This month's issue features an article on Nonprofit Employment in Michigan and an Occupational Focus on Public Relations Specialists.

This month's issue features an article on Registered Apprenticeships in Michigan and a Map of the Month that shows New Registered Apprentices and New Apprenticeship Programs by County.

This month's issue features an article on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Jobs in Michigan and an Occupational Focus on Environmental Scientists and Specialists. 

This month's special issue features a collection of articles on Michigan's 2018 Annual Economic Analysis, highlighting many relevant topics from the last year, including the state's labor force, industries, wages demographics, labor supply, and employment projections.

This month's issue features an article on The Potential Impact of Autonomous Vehicles on the Michigan Labor Market and a Data Spotlight on Experimental State-Level Productivity Measures.

This month's issue features an article on Employment Projections Through 2026 for Michigan Regions and an Infographic of the Month that shows Projected Regional Employment Growth by Education and Level.

This month's issue features an article on Youth in the Michigan Labor Market and a Map of the Month that shows Youth Labor Force Participation Rates by State.

This month's issue features an article on Results from Michigan's 2018 Job Vacancy Survey Pilot and an Ask the Economist section that provides information on job demand in the Michigan labor market.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan's 2018 Occupational Employment and Wage Trends and an Infographic of the Month on Michigan Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Jobs.

This month's issue features an article on the Michigan's Population Projections to 2045 and a Map of the Month that shows Population Migration Flows.

This month's issue features an article on Occupational Licensing in Michigan and an Ask the Economist section that provides information on the difference between occupational licenses and certifications. 

This month's issue features an article on the Components of Personal Income in Michigan and a Data Spotlight that highlights Census data regarding Michigan Population Trends.

This month's issue features an article on Occupational Supply and Demand in the Michigan Labor Market and a Map of the Month that shows the number of Health Professions Program Completers by State.

In recognition of Veteran’s Day 2018, this month's issue features an article on Labor Market Trends of Michigan Veterans and a Partner Perspectivesection that highlights Michigan Workforce Services for Veterans.

This month's issue features an article on Job Trends in the Michigan Manufacturing and Auto-related Sectors and a Data Spotlight section that highlights new Census data regarding Trends in Health Insurance Coverage and Housing.

This month's Special Issue features a collection of articles on Michigan's 2017 Annual Economic Analysis, highlighting many relevant topics from the last year, including the state's labor force, industries, wages demographics, labor supply, and employment projections.

This month's issue features an article on The Michigan Outlook for Job Growth to 2026  and an Ask the Economist section that highlights key information regarding New Projections Methodology.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan's IT Talent Survey and a Data Spotlight article that gives a look at requirements for IT-related jobs from three different sources.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s Export Profile and Export-Related Employment and a Data Spotlight article that provides Teens (Age 16-19) Labor Force Participation Trends.

This month's issue features an article on Workplace Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities in Michiganand an Ask the Economist article that provides information on teens in Michigan’s labor market.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan’s Occupational Employment and Wages in 2017 and a Data Spotlight feature that provides Michigan’s Short-Term Job Outlook for Second Quarter 2019.

This month's issue features an article on the Performance and Factors Affecting Retail Trade in Michigan and an Ask the Economist feature that explains why data on unemployment and jobs are revised each year.

This month's issue features an article on Real Gross Domestic Product in Michigan along with information highlighting the Manufacturing industry.

This issue contains an article outlining the seasonal and demographic trends and characteristics of unemployment insurance claimants in Michigan, and an Ask the Economist feature that explains how the unemployment rate is derived.

This month’s issue features an article on Insightinto Michigan Industries Impacted by an Aging Workforcealong with information on Who Is and Who Is Not in the Labor Force.

This month’s issue features a special report on Veterans in the Michigan Labor Market along with information on Veterans Transitioning from Military Service to Civilian Jobs.

This month’s issue features an article on Returning Citizens: Challenges and Opportunities in the Michigan Labor Market along with occupational information for Electricians.

This month’s issue features an article on Michigan Regions – Expectations For Job Growth Through the Year 2024 along with occupational information for Medical Assistants.

This month’s issue features an article on Michigan 2017 Labor Market Trends – A Mid-Year Look along with information highlighting the Construction industry.

This month’s issue features an article on New Insights on Job Transitions in the Michigan Manufacturing Sector along with occupational information for Team Assemblers.

This issue focuses on Michigan occupations, and provides a feature article on Five Key Questions about Jobs by Occupation in Michigan and a profile on jobs for Commercial and Industrial Designers. 

This month’s issue features an article on Michigan's supply and demand in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math jobs.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan Prime Working Age Reductions Among an Aging Populationand an Industry Focus on the Health care sector.

This month's issue features an article on Michigan's Job Outlook through 2024 and a Map of the Month showing Poverty Rates for Michigan Counties? .