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Monthly Snapshot:

The latest  unemployment rate  is 4.4 % , compared to 4.7% at the same time last year.

The latest  size of labor force is 682,205 , compared to 675,409 at the same time last year.
 
The latest  number of  monthly online job postings is 17,597 , with 4,862 of those requiring an Associate's degree or higher and 3,948 of those requiring a Bachelor's degree or higher.
 
The latest  number of quarterly (April-June) online job postings is 40,530 , with 11,764 of those requiring an Associate's degree or higher and  9,694 of those requiring a Bachelor's degree or higher. 

*All above data refers to the Louisville Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA).
New Report: 
Occupational Outlook for Louisville Region

Which jobs are likely to grow in the Louisville area economy in the next 10 years? 

The  Occupational Outlook for the Louisville Region seeks to provide insight into this question by looking at the occupations with the largest future job growth by sector. 

If you're looking for a tech job, application software developers are in demand. Thinking more about healthcare? Personal care aides and registered nurses are forecast to grow. The report also provides information on wages, educational requirements, and skills. 

For new job seekers or those thinking about a career change, take a look at which professions are projected to gain the most new jobs in the Louisville area.

Links to Workforce Resources
The Labor Market Update is a monthly report produced by KentuckianaWorks, the Louisville region's Workforce Development Board. The report gives Louisville's policymakers and business leaders an overview of the local economy through powerful visuals and concise analysis. 
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