Figure 5Y
Unemployment rate, by education, 2007 and the last 12 months
| 2007 | January 2017 to December 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Less than high school | 10.3% | 9.2% |
| High school | 5.4% | 5.6% |
| Some college | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| College degree | 2.4% | 2.7% |
| Advanced degree | 1.7% | 2.0% |
Note: Due to the fact that the data are not seasonally adjusted, 12 month averages are used. The last 12 months consist of data from January 2017 to December 2017.
Source: EPI analysis of basic monthly Current Population Survey microdata
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