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Howard County holds state's largest unemployment rate

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 8:48 AM

By Staff report

Howard County again has the state's highest unemployment rate.

According to recent numbers released from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Howard County's umployment rate in May was 4.8%. That stands a full point-and-a-half above Indiana's 3.3% and the nation's 4.3% rate.

Statewide, Pulaski County boasts the lowest unemployment rate in Indiana at just 2.3%. 

Individuals seeking employment, job training, or career resources are encouraged to visit the Indiana Department of Workforce Development online at in.gov/dwd/job-seekers.

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