Distribution of unemployment, 1973–2019
| Unemployment rate | Number of quarters | Share of quarters |
|---|---|---|
| More than 6% | 85 | 45.2% |
| 5.1% to 6.0% | 53 | 28.2% |
| 5% or less | 50 | 26.6% |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey, public data series.
| Unemployment rate | Number of quarters | Share of quarters |
|---|---|---|
| More than 6% | 85 | 45.2% |
| 5.1% to 6.0% | 53 | 28.2% |
| 5% or less | 50 | 26.6% |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey, public data series.