September 2026 Labor Force Data Now Available
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Iowa’s unemployment rate again held at 3.2 percent in September. Meanwhile, employers added 1,800 new jobs and construction and healthcare employment reached all-time highs.
Labor Market Indicators
The Labor Market Information Division works with the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics on programs that measure Iowa's labor force.
Statistics on the Labor Force
Labor Market Information
Unemployment in Iowa
Unemployment and jobs data are collected through two main surveys, one for individuals and one for businesses in Iowa.
Unemployment Statistics (September 2026)
66.9%
Labor Force Participation Rate
-18,800
Change in labor force over the past year
55,700
Total Unemployed
Key Statistics
IWD tracks data on Iowa's unemployment and labor force, and statistics on unemployment insurance.
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Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)
Survey data on labor force, employment, and unemployment numbers in Iowa.
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Unemployment Insurance (UI) Statistics
Data on UI claimants, overall payments, and the unemployment trust fund in Iowa.
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Current Employment Statistics (CES)
Survey data from Iowa employers including industry-by-industry data, employment, earnings, and more.
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Characteristics of Iowa's Unemployed
Additional data on UI claimants including demographics, industry sector, occupation group, and more.
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Quick Stats on the Economy
Key fact and figures on Iowa's economy, presented in a clear, visual format.
Related Indicators and Data
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Status of the Iowa Workforce and Economy
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Area Definitions
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Iowa County Unemployment Rate Map
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Memo: Average Unemployment Rates by Region (2024)
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State of Iowa Nonfarm Employment
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Statewide News Release Schedule
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Unemployment Compensation Trust Fund Status Report
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