Montana’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 3.1% - State of Montana Newsroom (.gov)

HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana’s unemployment rate fell to 3.1 percent in September. Montana’s unemployment rate was lower than the national unemployment rate, which rose to 4.2 percent. Montana ranks in the top ten states with the lowest unemployment rates in the nation. “As our economy continues to show strong growth and our unemployment rate remains low, we celebrate our progress to ensure hardworking Montanans can secure a good-paying job,” Gov. Gianforte said. “From historic investments in workforce training to creating clear pathways to careers in key industries, the Montana Department of Labor and Industry is unlocking the full potential of our workforce.