This is a 0.2 percent decrease from the previous month when Rhode Island reported 576,200 workers on non-farm payrolls in August.
Statistics were compiled from reports from the civilian labor force and unemployment data, both of which heavily relied on household surveys. The data is not seasonally adjusted. Employment data is gleaned from an establishment survey that measures non-farm employment, hours and earnings by industry. The data is also based on payroll jobs and such factors as where the establishments are located.
Employees on Non-Farm Payrolls in Rhode Island (September vs. August 2021)
| Metropolitan Statistical Area | September 2021 (In thousands) | August 2021 (In thousands) | Percent Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick | 575.3 | 576.2 | -0.2 |
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