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Economic Trends

 

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Unemployment Rates

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  6.9% for Hispanics/Latinos
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 Payroll Employment

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Average Hourly Earnings

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Employment Cost Index

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MInimum Wage Laws (DOL)

Note: Where Federal and state law have different minimum wage rates, the higher standard applies.  Click here for specific information on a state

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