New Jersey's Unemployment Rate Surge Leads the Nation

Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that New Jersey has recorded the highest increase in unemployment rates in the nation as of November compared to the year prior. The state’s unemployment rate in the last month was 4.7%, marking an increase of 1.4% since November 2022. The other significant increases were noted in California and the District of Columbia, both at 0.8%. The surge in unemployment ranks the state among the highest rates overall. For those struggling amid the increased unemployment rate, knowing how to talk to someone at EDD is beneficial.

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