Iowa's Labor Market
IWD's Labor Market Information Division is the state's premier resource for labor force data, statistics, and research on Iowa's labor market.
State of Iowa's Labor Market
3.4%
Unemployment Rate (January 2026)
-15,300
Job Growth Over the Past Year
52,350
Current Job Openings in Iowa
The Latest on the Labor Market
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Labor Market Indicators
Get the latest data on Iowa's labor force, including figures on the unemployment rate, UI claimants, job growth & more.
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Occupation: Employment & Wages
LMI measures the state's trends on wages, occupations, and related metrics that can guide the career paths of Iowans.
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Labor Supply & Availability
LMI's Laborshed studies and related research help paint a picture of the state's workforce needs and where Iowans work.
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Industry & Employers
LMI studies trends in Iowa's industries and the occupations driving the future of the state's workforce.
Labor Market Quick Links
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Employer Database
A comprehensive database of Iowa's employers meant for research, job search, or support services.
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LMI Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked questions on LMI research, programs, or products.
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Labor Market Quick Stats
A snapshot view of Iowa's economy and its current trends.
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Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages
LMI's census of monthly employment and quarterly wage information, filtered by industry.
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Resources
Additional LMI resources available that are not specific to one particular area.
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Site Guide
A guide to common terms and resources found within Iowa's Labor Market Information Division.
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Contact Iowa's Labor Market Information Division
Questions, comments, or requests? Contact the Labor Market Information Division today.
Email address: iwd.lmi@iwd.iowa.gov
