5 States with the Highest Unemployment Rates

This article will look at the 5 states with the highest unemployment rates. We have also discussed important statistics related to employment in the US in another article. If you are interested in reading about that, along with a more extensive list, head straight to the 20 States with the Highest Unemployment Rates.

5. Texas 

Unemployment Rate: 4.1%

Despite leading in job growth, Texas maintains a 4.1% unemployment rate. The rate reflects a larger labor force resulting from people’s inflow from other states and residents choosing to stay in the state. Texas’ stable labor force has been accommodating the rising demand for labor, preventing the paralysis of a tight labor market.