Florida's Unemployment Rate

Florida's unemployment rate was 8.7% in April 2012.

Florida's Nonagricultural Employment

Florida's nonagricultural employment (seasonally adjusted). 7,325,300 jobs in April 2012.

Florida's Employment Gains and Losses

Florida experienced a gain of 52,600 jobs (0.7%) since April 2011.

Official Press Release

Florida's Minimum Wage increases to $7.67

Florida's minimum wage increased to $7.67 on January 1, 2012. The required posters for minimum wage along with Federal and State of Florida employment law posters may be accessed by clicking this link. To obtain Florida's latest wage conversion poster click here.

Florida Statewide Demand Occupations List

2012-2013 Final Statewide Demand Occupations List released. View occupations and their annual percent growth in the state of Florida.

Florida Green Jobs Survey Reports

Green Jobs Survey Reports released. The Florida Green Jobs Survey is designed to inform local workforce, education, and economic development partners of the dynamics of the green economy.

The Florida minimum wage is $7.67 per hour, effective January 1, 2012.

Contacts

  • Labor Market Statistics Center

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