In Feb., New Orleans-Metairie reported 523,900 workers on nonfarm payrolls.
Statistics were compiled from reports from the civilian labor force and unemployment data, which heavily relied on household surveys. The data is not seasonally adjusted.
Employment data is gleaned from an establishment survey that measures nonfarm employment, hours, and industry earnings. The data is also based on payroll jobs and such factors as where the establishments are located.
Overall, Louisiana reported 1.832 million people employed on nonfarm payrolls in March.
Louisiana Employees on Nonfarm Payrolls Feb. vs. March
| February 2021 (In thousands) | March 2021 (In thousands) | Percent Change |
|---|---|---|
| 523.9 | 521.9 | -0.4 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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