Colorado Unemployment Rate 3.9 for
Colorado Unemployment Rate came in at 3.9 (Percent) for Jul 2026, unchanged from 3.9 the prior month and 0.00% above its level of 3.9 one year ago. The series has averaged 5.2 since 1976, reaching a record high of 11.7 in May 2020 and a record low of 2.4 in May 2017.
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⋮ | ⋮ |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| June 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| May 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| April 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| March 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| February 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| January 1, 2026 | 3.9 |
| December 1, 2025 | 3.8 |
| November 1, 2025 | 3.8 |
| September 1, 2025 | 3.8 |
| August 1, 2025 | 3.9 |
| July 1, 2025 | 3.9 |
| June 1, 2025 | 4 |
| May 1, 2025 | 4.1 |
| April 1, 2025 | 4.2 |
| March 1, 2025 | 4.2 |
| February 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| January 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| December 1, 2024 | 4.3 |
| November 1, 2024 | 4.3 |
⋮ | ⋮ |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2001 | 2.9 |
| February 1, 2001 | 2.8 |
| January 1, 2001 | 2.7 |
| December 1, 2000 | 2.6 |
| November 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| October 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| September 1, 2000 | 2.8 |
| August 1, 2000 | 2.8 |
| July 1, 2000 | 2.8 |
| June 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| May 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| April 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| March 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| February 1, 2000 | 2.7 |
| January 1, 2000 | 2.8 |
| December 1, 1999 | 2.8 |
| November 1, 1999 | 2.9 |
| October 1, 1999 | 3 |
| September 1, 1999 | 3 |
| August 1, 1999 | 3.1 |
About Colorado Unemployment Rate
What it measures
Colorado's unemployment rate, seasonally adjusted and released monthly under FRED series COUR, is produced by the BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics program. The state hosts one of the largest aerospace economies in the country, a substantial technology workforce along the Front Range, oil and gas production, and a world-class ski and tourism industry.
Why it matters
Colorado blends federal-linked aerospace and defense work with venture-funded tech and cyclical energy production, all supported by decades of strong in-migration of educated workers. The rate indicates whether these high-wage sectors keep absorbing labor force growth, and it offers a regional read on Mountain West momentum that national figures dilute.
How to read it
Compare against the national unemployment rate; Colorado has generally held an advantage during expansions. Energy price swings and tech hiring cycles introduce volatility on top of a stable aerospace base. Discount single-month moves during ski season transitions, and treat a sustained convergence toward the US average as an early caution flag.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Colorado Unemployment Rate?
Colorado Unemployment Rate is 3.9 (Percent) as of July 2026.
What is the all-time high and low of Colorado Unemployment Rate?
The highest value on record is 11.7 (May 2020) and the lowest is 2.4 (May 2017).
How often is Colorado Unemployment Rate updated?
Colorado Unemployment Rate is published on a monthly basis, sourced from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
Stats
| Last Value | 3.9 |
| Latest Period | Jul 2026 |
| Last Updated | August 26 2026, 04:13 |
| Value Previous Month | 3.9 |
| Change From Previous Month | 0.00% |
| Value 1 Year Ago | 3.9 |
| Change From Year Ago | 0.00% |
| Average Growth Rate | -0.78%/yr |
| Record High (May 2020) | 11.7 |
| Record Low (May 2017) | 2.4 |
| Long-Term Average | 5.2 |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Adjustment | Seasonally Adjusted |
| Unit | Percent |
Annual Averages
| 2026 | 3.9 |
| 2025 | 4.03 |
| 2024 | 4.12 |
| 2023 | 3.28 |
| 2022 | 3.07 |
| 2021 | 5.51 |
| 2020 | 6.79 |
| 2019 | 2.67 |
| 2018 | 3.03 |
| 2017 | 2.62 |
| 2016 | 3.12 |
| 2015 | 3.7 |
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