Maryland Unemployment Rate 4.2 for
Maryland Unemployment Rate came in at 4.2 (Percent) for Jul 2026, down 2.33% from 4.3 the prior month and 0.00% above its level of 4.2 one year ago. The series has averaged 5.05 since 1976, reaching a record high of 9 in April 2020 and a record low of 1.9 in June 2023.
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⋮ | ⋮ |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026 | 4.2 |
| June 1, 2026 | 4.3 |
| May 1, 2026 | 4.4 |
| April 1, 2026 | 4.4 |
| March 1, 2026 | 4.3 |
| February 1, 2026 | 4.3 |
| January 1, 2026 | 4.3 |
| December 1, 2025 | 4.2 |
| November 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| September 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| August 1, 2025 | 4.3 |
| July 1, 2025 | 4.2 |
| June 1, 2025 | 4.1 |
| May 1, 2025 | 4 |
| April 1, 2025 | 3.8 |
| March 1, 2025 | 3.7 |
| February 1, 2025 | 3.6 |
| January 1, 2025 | 3.5 |
| December 1, 2024 | 3.4 |
| November 1, 2024 | 3.4 |
⋮ | ⋮ |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2001 | 3.7 |
| February 1, 2001 | 3.7 |
| January 1, 2001 | 3.7 |
| December 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| November 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| October 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| September 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| August 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| July 1, 2000 | 3.7 |
| June 1, 2000 | 3.6 |
| May 1, 2000 | 3.6 |
| April 1, 2000 | 3.5 |
| March 1, 2000 | 3.4 |
| February 1, 2000 | 3.3 |
| January 1, 2000 | 3.3 |
| December 1, 1999 | 3.2 |
| November 1, 1999 | 3.2 |
| October 1, 1999 | 3.3 |
| September 1, 1999 | 3.3 |
| August 1, 1999 | 3.3 |
About Maryland Unemployment Rate
What it measures
Maryland's unemployment rate is published monthly, seasonally adjusted, by the BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics program and is accessible on FRED as MDUR. The state's labor market is shaped by proximity to Washington, hosting federal agencies such as NIH and NSA, a dense biotech and health research corridor, and a growing cybersecurity industry.
Why it matters
Federal employment and contracting give Maryland an unusually stable base, so its rate typically moves less than the national average. That stability is the point: when Maryland's labor market does weaken, it often reflects federal budget pressure or contraction in government-adjacent research and security work, developments with consequences for contractors across the country.
How to read it
Expect readings near or below the national unemployment rate in normal conditions. Muted volatility means small persistent changes deserve more weight than they would elsewhere. Watch periods around federal budget disputes and workforce reductions, when Maryland reacts faster than most states, and compare the trend with neighboring Virginia for confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Maryland Unemployment Rate?
Maryland Unemployment Rate is 4.2 (Percent) as of July 2026.
What is the all-time high and low of Maryland Unemployment Rate?
The highest value on record is 9 (April 2020) and the lowest is 1.9 (June 2023).
How often is Maryland Unemployment Rate updated?
Maryland Unemployment Rate is published on a monthly basis, sourced from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
Stats
| Last Value | 4.2 |
| Latest Period | Jul 2026 |
| Last Updated | August 26 2026, 04:14 |
| Value Previous Month | 4.3 |
| Change From Previous Month | -2.33% |
| Value 1 Year Ago | 4.2 |
| Change From Year Ago | 0.00% |
| Average Growth Rate | -0.86%/yr |
| Record High (Apr 2020) | 9 |
| Record Low (Jun 2023) | 1.9 |
| Long-Term Average | 5.05 |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Adjustment | Seasonally Adjusted |
| Unit | Percent |
Annual Averages
| 2026 | 4.31 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2024 | 3.17 |
| 2023 | 2.22 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2021 | 5.2 |
| 2020 | 6.52 |
| 2019 | 3.38 |
| 2018 | 3.81 |
| 2017 | 4.07 |
| 2016 | 4.25 |
| 2015 | 5.03 |
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