Table 2
Unemployment rate, United States, Alabama and nearby states, Sept. 2011--Aug. 2012
| Sept. 2011 | Aug. 2012 | Change Sept. 2011 to Aug. 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED STATES | 9.0% | 8.1% | -0.9% |
| Alabama | 8.8% | 8.5% | -0.3% |
| Arkansas | 8.1% | 7.3% | -0.8% |
| Florida | 10.4% | 8.8% | -1.6% |
| Georgia | 9.8% | 9.2% | -0.6% |
| Kentucky | 9.5% | 8.5% | -1.0% |
| Louisiana | 7.2% | 7.4% | 0.2% |
| Mississippi | 10.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Tennessee | 9.1% | 8.5% | -0.6% |
Note: All figures are seasonally adjusted.
Source: Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
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