🔥 Trending Connecticut Unemployment Rate and Payrolls: Latest Report

The current unemployment rate in Connecticut is 5.2% as of the first half of 2026 ¹. This marks the sixth consecutive month that Connecticut's unemployment rate has risen, placing it a full percentage point higher than the national average ¹.

Context and Comparison

To put this into perspective:

• Connecticut's Rate: 5.2% ¹
• National Average (U-3): 4.2% ²

The U-3 unemployment rate, which is the most commonly cited measure, represents the total unemployed as a percentage of the civilian labor force ². The national U-6 broad measure, which includes discouraged workers and those working part-time for economic reasons, is 7.9% ².

Recent Trends

The consistent increase in Connecticut's unemployment rate over the past six months indicates a challenging period for the state's labor market ¹. This trend contrasts with the national figures, where the unemployment rate is currently lower ¹².