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Department of Economic Research (DER)

The Department of Economic Research (DER) produces and distributes various data, research, analysis, and additional resources to state and regional policymakers, workforce development agencies, and others interested in better understanding the Massachusetts labor market.

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Access Labor Market Information Data

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Explore employment, wage, and labor force data for Massachusetts and its regions, including data by occupation and industry.

Unemployment Data

Occupational Data

Industry Data

Latest State-wide & Local Unemployment and Jobs Estimates

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Review Research Reports

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DER’s research reports offer state-wide and regional economic analysis and key insights to inform decision-making.

2026 Barriers to Employment Report

High Demand Occupations Requiring an Industry Recognized Credential

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Explore Data Visualizations

Interactive data dashboards

Use DER’s interactive data dashboards to customize data visualizations, identify trends, and make comparisons.

Unemployment Rate Dashboards

Employment Projections Dashboards

Massachusetts Monthly Job Postings Dashboard

Regional Occupation Alignment Dashboard (ROAD)

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Massachusetts Labor Market Dashboard

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For more information, including regional unemployment data, visit DER's Unemployment Rates webpage.

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Additional Resources

Understanding Labor Market Information

Resources designed to help jobseekers, employers, and the public understand and navigate labor market data.

Labor Market Information 101

Labor Market Information for Jobseekers

Labor Market Information for Employers

Data Access & Frequently Asked Questions

Resources that provide access to datasets, data release schedules, and commonly requested information.

Index of Available DER Data

2026 Data Release Schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

Other Resources

Other resources and tools to help inform you of the Massachusetts labor market.

Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund (UITF)

OEWS Collection for Employers

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