Figure C
Young workers' unemployment has steadily increased: Unemployment rate, 16–24 years old
| Month | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.1% | 7.3% | 9.0% |
| February | 8.1% | 8.8% | 9.7% |
| March | 7.5% | 8.8% | 9.4% |
| April | 6.6% | 8.3% | 9.6% |
| May | 7.4% | 9.3% | 9.7% |
| June | 7.6% | 8.9% | 10.0% |
| July | 8.1% | 9.1% | 10.0% |
| August | 8.6% | 9.7% | 10.5% |
| September | 8.4% | 9.2% | |
| October | 8.8% | 9.5% | |
| November | 8.0% | 9.4% | |
| December | 8.0% | 9.0% | |
Source: Current Population Survey data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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