JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri's economic development agency on Wednesday announced unemployment dropped slightly in November, but it's still higher compared to pre-pandemic levels.
Employment increased by 17,400 jobs last month, according to data from the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development.
The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped from 4.6% in October to 4.4% in November.
The data show Missouri’s economy is still recovering from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Compared to the same time last year, the state unemployment rate is 1% higher.
Employment in November dropped in Missouri government jobs and the hospitality field. There were employment gains in trade, transportation and utilities. Employment is also up in education and health care.
