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
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
20,900
Job Growth Over the Past Year
57,085
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.
Connect with LMI
Contact Iowa's Labor Market Information Division
Questions, comments, or requests?
Ryan Murphy, LMI Director
515-249-4765
ryan.murphy@iwd.iowa.gov
