Crook County Unemployment Rate Unchanged in August 2026
What happened
The unemployment rate in Crook County remained unchanged compared to a year prior. State data showed that the overall Wyoming unemployment rate was 3% for August, which was stable from July to August. While the state rate is lower than the current U.S. rate of 4.1%, most county jobless rates saw slight increases during the period. Total nonfarm employment in Wyoming increased by 500 jobs between August 2025 and August 2026.
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Why it matters
The report provides insight into local labor market stability within Wyoming, contrasting Crook County's unchanged rate against broader state and national employment trends. The data indicates mixed performance across various counties, with some seeing significant decreases and others seeing increases in unemployment.
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Who's involved
- Crook CountyCounty whose unemployment rate remained unchanged.
- Albany CountyCounty that reported one of the lowest unemployment rates in August.
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Crook County
county in the northeastern corner of Wyoming, United States
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