Indiana Unemployment Rate Continues To Drop

The state's jobless rate fell to 5.0 percent in October.

(Indianapolis, Ind.) – Indiana’s unemployment rate continues to drop.

The Indiana Department of Workforce Development says the state’s jobless rate dropped to 5.0 percent in October, down from 6.2 percent a month prior.

Indiana’s unemployment rate remains below the national rate of 6.9 percent.

The state’s total labor force, which includes both Hoosiers employed and those seeking employment, stands at 3.34 million, and the state’s 63.1 percent labor force participation rate remains above the national rate of 61.7 percent.

October employment data for Indiana Counties, Cities and MSAs will be available Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, at noon (Eastern) pending U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics validation. 

More from Local News


Events

Dearborn Co. Sheriff's Office Investigates Suspicious Activity in Bright

Currently, there is no direct threat in the area, but patrols have increased as a precaution.

Federal, State Leaders Break Ground on Historic Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project

The project is set to improve safety, local connectivity and national commerce.

Local Sports Report - May 8-9, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

Southwestern Wins ORVC Golf Tourney, Milan's Clark Round Medalist

The ORVC Golf Tournament was held at Sunrise Golf Course.

Three Straight No-Hitters for Milan's Bode

Milan is 19-4 this season.

On Air

Sammy Kershaw Queen of My Double-Wide Trailer 12:25
Luke Bryan What Makes You Country - EAGLE NO INTRO IMAGING 12:20
Ronnie Milsap Why Don't You Spend The Night 12:17
Shane Profitt How It Oughta Be 12:11