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Labor Market Information

Labor Market Information

The Labor Market Information division of the Michigan Center for Data and Analytics produces Michigan employment, occupation, and industry data through partnerships with U.S. Department of Labor. 

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Publications

Employment Situation Press Releases

Monthly summaries of the state’s labor market

Michigan's Labor Market News

Articles covering Michigan workforce trends

Reports

Full-length reports from MCDA

Insights

Research from across MCDA

Labor Market Information

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Current Employment Statistics

Detailed industry estimates of nonfarm employment, hours, and earnings of workers on payrolls

Local Area Unemployment Statistics

Monthly and annual employment, unemployment, and labor force data

Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages

Quarterly counts of employment and wages by industry

Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics

Annual estimates of employment and wages by occupation

Employment Projections

10-year employment estimates for the state and its prosperity regions

Additional Resources

Related datasets, definitions, and more

Michigan's Labor Market News

January 2026 Marks a Record High for Newly Posted Online Job Advertisements in Michigan

March 12, 2026

Michigan’s online job postings experienced substantial growth over the month and year.

Average Labor Turnover Up Over the Year

March 12, 2026

The surge in separations was driven by an increase in layoffs/discharges, with approximately 36,000 more employees involuntarily separated from their employment in December (64,...

Continued Claims Increase Over-the-Year Throughout 2025, Less Driven by Manufacturing

March 12, 2026

Unemployment insurance claims data can provide insights into economic trends impacting the labor market. Using the Employment and Training Administration’s Characteristics of Un...

Union Membership Declines Slightly in Michigan During 2025

March 12, 2026

Michigan remains a top-10 state for total union membership.

Industry Focus: Machinery Manufacturing in Michigan

March 12, 2026

Despite its crucial role in supporting industrial production, Machinery manufacturing has experienced a gradual decline in employment in recent years.

The Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! Area has a Lower Housing Vacancy Rate than the State.

March 12, 2026

Housing units tended to be older within the region than across the state.

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