United States Employment Rate
59.1%▲ +0.2 pt
Aug 2026 · Monthly
Employment Rate in United States rose to 59.1% in Aug 2026 from 58.9% in Jul 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59.1% | 58.9% | 64.7%Apr 2000 | 51.2%Apr 2020 | 1948 – 2026 | Monthly |
About this series
Employment Rate in United States averaged 61.1% from 1990 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 64.7% in Apr 2000 and a record low of 51.2% in Apr 2020. The series is reported monthly with history from 1948.
Source & methodology
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis · Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)
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