About LaborMarket.watch

Our Mission

LaborMarket.watch provides real-time visibility into the US labor market, making employment data accessible and understandable for everyone.

Key Metrics Explained

Unemployment Rate (U-3)

The official unemployment rate: people without jobs who are actively looking for work, as a percentage of the labor force.

Nonfarm Payrolls

Total number of US workers excluding farm workers, private household employees, and non-profit employees. Monthly change indicates job creation or loss.

Initial Jobless Claims

Weekly count of people filing for unemployment benefits for the first time. A leading indicator of labor market health.

Labor Force Participation

Percentage of working-age population either employed or actively seeking work.

Data Sources

Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Primary source of US employment data
Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
API access to labor market indicators

⚠️ Disclaimer

This site is for informational and educational purposes only. Data may be delayed and should not be used for making employment or financial decisions.