Today, from the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth (DELEG):
Seasonally unadjusted unemployment rates rose over the month in 14 of Michigan’s 17 major labor market areas, according to the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth. In May, total employment levels increased seasonally in the majority of regions, while labor force levels were up in nearly all areas.
“Due to the ongoing weakness in the national economy, the tens of thousands of individuals who normally enter Michigan’s labor market in May seeking seasonal employment found fewer opportunities,” said Rick Wacklawek, director of the Bureau of Labor Market Information & Strategic Initiatives. “Although many did obtain jobs, it was less than typically expected. This situation pushed unemployment rates upward in the southern part of the state.”
According to the DELEG, Lapeer County came in #67 out of 83 counties in Michigan during the month of May, with a 16.9 percent unemployment rate, not seasonally adjusted. (I believe that represents an increase of .7 from the month of April.)
