Florida Unemployment Rate 4.7 for
Florida Unemployment Rate came in at 4.7 (Percent) for Jun 2026, down 2.08% from 4.8 the prior month and 23.68% above its level of 3.8 one year ago. The series has averaged 5.96 since 1976, reaching a record high of 14.1 in May 2020 and a record low of 2.8 in May 2023.
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⋮ | ⋮ |
|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | 4.7 |
| May 1, 2026 | 4.8 |
| April 1, 2026 | 4.8 |
| March 1, 2026 | 4.7 |
| February 1, 2026 | 4.6 |
| January 1, 2026 | 4.5 |
| December 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| November 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| September 1, 2025 | 4.2 |
| August 1, 2025 | 4 |
| July 1, 2025 | 3.9 |
| June 1, 2025 | 3.8 |
| May 1, 2025 | 3.7 |
| April 1, 2025 | 3.7 |
| March 1, 2025 | 3.6 |
| February 1, 2025 | 3.6 |
| January 1, 2025 | 3.5 |
| December 1, 2024 | 3.5 |
| November 1, 2024 | 3.5 |
| October 1, 2024 | 3.5 |
⋮ | ⋮ |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2001 | 4.1 |
| February 1, 2001 | 4 |
| January 1, 2001 | 3.9 |
| December 1, 2000 | 3.8 |
| November 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| October 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| September 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| August 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| July 1, 2000 | 3.8 |
| June 1, 2000 | 3.8 |
| May 1, 2000 | 3.8 |
| April 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| March 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| February 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| January 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| December 1, 1999 | 3.8 |
| November 1, 1999 | 3.8 |
| October 1, 1999 | 3.8 |
| September 1, 1999 | 3.9 |
| August 1, 1999 | 3.9 |
About Florida Unemployment Rate
What it measures
Measured through the BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics program and carried on FRED as series FLUR, this monthly, seasonally adjusted indicator covers Florida's labor market. The state's economy leans heavily on tourism and hospitality, real estate and construction, and services catering to a large retiree population, with international trade flowing through Miami.
Why it matters
Florida functions as a barometer for discretionary travel spending and housing demand. When households cut vacations or the construction pipeline thins, hospitality and building payrolls fall fast and the rate climbs. Strong domestic migration also makes Florida an early indicator of whether service-sector job creation can absorb a steadily expanding labor force.
How to read it
Benchmark against the national unemployment rate; Florida has often tracked near or below it during expansions. Watch for moves tied to tourism cycles and hurricane disruptions, which can distort a month or two of data. A sustained rise alongside softening home construction is a stronger signal than an isolated uptick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Florida Unemployment Rate?
Florida Unemployment Rate is 4.7 (Percent) as of June 2026.
What is the all-time high and low of Florida Unemployment Rate?
The highest value on record is 14.1 (May 2020) and the lowest is 2.8 (May 2023).
How often is Florida Unemployment Rate updated?
Florida Unemployment Rate is published on a monthly basis, sourced from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
Stats
| Last Value | 4.7 |
| Latest Period | Jun 2026 |
| Last Updated | July 22 2026, 03:59 |
| Value Previous Month | 4.8 |
| Change From Previous Month | -2.08% |
| Value 1 Year Ago | 3.8 |
| Change From Year Ago | 23.68% |
| Average Growth Rate | -1.41%/yr |
| Record High (May 2020) | 14.1 |
| Record Low (May 2023) | 2.8 |
| Long-Term Average | 5.96 |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Adjustment | Seasonally Adjusted |
| Unit | Percent |
Annual Averages
| 2026 | 4.68 |
| 2025 | 3.87 |
| 2024 | 3.36 |
| 2023 | 2.92 |
| 2022 | 3.01 |
| 2021 | 4.72 |
| 2020 | 8.07 |
| 2019 | 3.24 |
| 2018 | 3.64 |
| 2017 | 4.28 |
| 2016 | 4.91 |
| 2015 | 5.5 |
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