Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Falls, State Sets New Record for Jobs

Source: PA Chamber Sentinel

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate fell to 4.1 percent in June as the Commonwealth reached record highs for both employment and total nonfarm jobs, according to preliminary data released by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry.

The state’s unemployment rate declined one-tenth of a percentage point from May and remained below the national rate of 4.2 percent. Compared with June 2025, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate fell two-tenths of a percentage point, while the national rate increased by one-tenth of a point over the same period.

Pennsylvania’s civilian labor force — the number of residents working or actively seeking employment — increased by 17,000 in June to a record 6,643,000. Employment also reached a record high, while the number of unemployed residents declined by 6,000 during the month.

Total nonfarm employment rose by 1,000 jobs in June to a record 6,209,600. Employment increased in seven of the state’s 11 industry supersectors.

Leisure and hospitality posted the largest monthly job gain, while professional and business services recorded the largest decline. Education and health services reached a record employment level during the month.

Over the past year, Pennsylvania added 34,500 nonfarm jobs, with employment gains in six of the 11 industry supersectors. Education and health services accounted for the largest annual increase, adding 28,400 jobs since June 2025.

The monthly employment report is based on preliminary estimates and is subject to revision as additional data becomes available.

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