Michigan's unemployment rate continues to increase, exceeding national average

Michigan hits 2nd highest unemployment rate among the 50 states

Michigan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate moved from 5.4% in February to 5.5% in March.

Michigan’s unemployment continues to rise

(The Center Square) – Michigan’s unemployment rate continues moving higher.

Michigan's unemployment rate continues to increase, exceeding national average

Michigan's unemployment rate rose to 5.5% in March, according to state data, up from 5.4% in February. The jobless rate in March 2024 was 4.2%.

Michigan jobless rate continues inching upward

Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose by one-tenth of a percentage point to 5.5 percent in March, according to data released by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget. Statewide employment receded by 3,000, while total unemployment rose by 5,000 during March. The statewide workforce increased by 3,000 over the month. “Michigan’s unemployment rate increased for the third consecutive month during March,” said Wa…