Graphics: Tracking U.S. Monthly Unemployment
The unemployment rate fell to 8.1 percent in April, but only because more people gave up looking for work. Employers added 115,000 jobs after adding 154,000 in March.
Monthly Change In Payrolls
Change in nonfarm payroll employment, in thousands
Unemployment Rate
Percent of U.S. workers age 16 and older
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