September 19, 2025
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Minnesota adds 5,900 jobs in August

Minnesota’s August 2025 jobs report shows a net gain of 5,900 jobs while the statewide unemployment rate ticked up to 3.6%, according to data released Sept. 18. The update, from the state’s employment agency, reflects current labor-market conditions that directly affect Twin Cities workers and employers.

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Key Facts

  • Net job change: +5,900 in August 2025
  • State unemployment rate: 3.6%
  • Data released Sept. 18, 2025 by Minnesota’s employment department (DEED)

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Minnesota adds 5,900 net jobs in August, unemployment rises to 3.6%
Twincities by Pioneer Press September 19, 2025
  • Net job change: +5,900 in August 2025
  • State unemployment rate: 3.6%
  • Data released Sept. 18, 2025 by Minnesota’s employment department (DEED)