SALT LAKE CITY (Sept. 20, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for August 2024 increased an estimated 2.3% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 40,300 jobs since August 2023. Utah’s current job count stands at 1,760,800. 

August’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is estimated at 3.3%. Approximately 59,700 Utahns are unemployed. Utah’s July unemployment rate is unrevised at 3.2%. The August national unemployment rate decreased one-tenth of a percentage point to 4.2%. More...

September is Workforce Development Month. Workforce Development Month is all about recognizing that a skilled and adaptable workforce is the backbone of every successful organization. Throughout this month, we invite you to explore initiatives, resources and strategies designed to elevate your team’s capabilities, foster innovation and drive your company’s continued success.

Workforce development programs play a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and development in our ever-changing world. In addition to enhancing competitiveness, workforce development programs promote economic resilience. In a fast-paced job market, individuals need to stay relevant and adaptable to remain employable.

The department’s Workforce Development Division is a great resource offering many services to help businesses be successful. Over the past year (July 2023 - July 2024) we have served 41,122 employers and 853,201 job seekers. To explore data on services provided in your county, click here.