5 States with the Lowest Unemployment Rates

2. Vermont

Unemployment Rate: 1.8%

Vermont’s workforce shortages are a growing concern for businesses in the region. As of April 20, 2023, approximately 11,000 job openings are reported on the Vermont Department of Labor’s website. Vermont’s largest job fair was held at the Champlain Valley Expo to address this gap, with more than 130 employers from different sectors. The fair aimed to connect job seekers of all ages and experience levels with employers to bolster the state’s workforce. It also highlighted the demographic challenges Vermont faces due to a shrinking workforce.