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The Employment Situation Of Veterans: April 2026, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: April 2026, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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The April 2026 employment report shows veteran unemployment declined to 3.6%, down from 3.9% in March, with post‑9/11 veterans improving to 4.0%. Overall U.S. unemployment remained stable at 4.3%, while job growth occurred in healthcare, transportation, and retail. Younger veterans faced higher unemployment, especially ages 18–24 (12.8%) and 25–34 (8.1%), compared to older groups with lower rates. Female veteran unemployment fell significantly, while male rates rose slightly. Racial and ethnic trends varied, with decreases for Black and Asian veterans but increases for Hispanic veterans. Long-term unemployment remained prevalent among veterans.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: February 2026, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: February 2026, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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The February 2026 IVMF employment report shows veteran unemployment improving despite a slight national increase. Overall veteran unemployment fell from 4.5% to 4.1%, and Post‑9/11 veteran unemployment dropped sharply from 5.9% to 4.8. Younger veterans (18–24) saw the largest gains, while rates for older veterans rose slightly. Male veteran unemployment decreased to 3.9%, and female veteran unemployment fell to 5.2%. Black veteran unemployment declined significantly, while Hispanic veteran unemployment rose. Compared with nonveterans, veterans generally experienced better or comparable outcomes, though differences vary by age, gender, and race.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: January 2026, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: January 2026, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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The January 2026 BLS data show U.S. employment rose by 130,000, with unemployment holding at 4.3%. Veteran unemployment increased from 3.9% to 4.5%, and Post‑9/11 veteran unemployment rose to 5.8%. Trends varied by demographic group: young veterans (18–24) saw improvement, while veterans 45–54 experienced a sharp rise. Female veteran unemployment climbed notably to 5.8%. Black veterans saw unemployment rise to 8.3%, while Hispanic veteran unemployment dropped to 2.1%. Overall, veterans experienced greater volatility than nonveterans across age, gender, and racial groups.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: December 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: December 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In December 2025, U.S. unemployment held steady at 4.6%, while veteran unemployment rose from 3.4% to 3.9%. Post-9/11 veterans saw a sharper increase to 5.1%. Younger veterans (18–24) faced the highest rate at 14.8%, far above nonveterans (8.4%). Female veteran unemployment jumped to 4.5%, exceeding nonveteran women (3.8%), while male veterans remained slightly below nonveteran men. Racial trends varied: Black veterans’ unemployment fell to 6.6%, below nonveterans, while Hispanic veterans rose to 4.3%. Employment gains occurred in food service, healthcare, and social assistance, while retail declined. Overall, veteran unemployment trends diverged significantly by age, gender, and ethnicity.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: November 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: November 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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The November 2025 Employment Situation Report shows that U.S. employment changed little, while the overall unemployment rate held at 4.6 percent. Veteran unemployment rose from 2.6 percent in September to 3.4 percent in November, with Post‑9/11 veterans experiencing a sharper increase to 4.3 percent. Unemployment patterns varied widely across veteran age groups: rates spiked for ages 18–24 and 35–44, while veterans 45–54 and those 65+ saw declines. Female veteran unemployment fell significantly, while male veteran unemployment rose. Racial disparities persisted, with Black veteran unemployment rising and Hispanic veteran unemployment falling.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: August 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: August 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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The August 2025 Employment Situation Report highlights largely stable labor trends for veterans, with overall veteran unemployment rising slightly to 3.1 percent. Post‑9/11 veterans saw a small decline to 3.0 percent. Unemployment varied by age, with noticeable increases among veterans aged 18–24 and 35–44, while rates declined for those 55–64. Female veteran unemployment remained unchanged at 4.4 percent, and male veteran unemployment increased slightly to 2.9 percent. Across most demographic groups, veterans continued to experience lower unemployment rates than their nonveteran peers, though monthly fluctuations remained common.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: June 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: June 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In June 2025, U.S. employment rose by 147,000, with gains in state government and health care, while the overall unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%. Veteran unemployment slightly increased overall, though trends varied by age, gender, and race, with younger veterans and Hispanic veterans seeing improvements, while older veterans and Post-9/11 veterans experienced higher unemployment rates.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: July 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: July 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In July 2025, veteran unemployment dropped significantly to 3.0 percent, down from 3.7 percent in June, reflecting stronger labor outcomes compared to nonveterans. Post‑9/11 veteran unemployment also declined to 3.1 percent. Younger veterans experienced major improvements, with unemployment among those aged 18–24 falling from 6.2 percent to 1.8 percent. Most veteran age groups saw declines, except ages 35–44 and 55–64, which saw slight increases. Male veteran unemployment decreased to 2.7 percent, while female veteran unemployment held steady at 4.4 percent. Overall, veterans continued to maintain lower unemployment rates than nonveterans.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: May 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: May 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In May 2025, U.S. employment grew by 139,000, with gains in health care, leisure, and social assistance, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%. Veteran unemployment rose slightly overall, with notable increases among younger and mid-aged veterans, while female veterans and Black veterans saw improvements; trends continued to vary across demographic groups.
How Veterans Can Benefit From Skills-Based Hiring, Adam Pritchard, Rosalinda V. Maury
How Veterans Can Benefit From Skills-Based Hiring, Adam Pritchard, Rosalinda V. Maury
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There are many advantages for veterans when employers enact a skills-based employment strategy. Veterans bring unique skills and attributes to the workforce, many of which are critical today and expected to be increasingly sought after in the future of work. Skills-based employment opportunities can benefit both employers and veterans. This data brief summarizes key insights from the IVMF report The Skills-Based Business Case for Hiring Veterans.
Research That Drives Economic & Social Mobility For Veterans And Military Families, Rosalinda V. Maury
Research That Drives Economic & Social Mobility For Veterans And Military Families, Rosalinda V. Maury
Voices of Service Symposium
This poster highlights IVMF's data-driven research and programs that advance economic and social mobility for veterans and military families. It showcases findings on employment, entrepreneurship, transition readiness, and community reintegration, with insights drawn from national surveys and ongoing data monitoring. These findings inform policy, improve program design, and support stakeholders working to enhance veteran outcomes across sectors.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: March 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: March 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In March 2025, U.S. employment rose by 228,000, with notable gains in health care, social assistance, and transportation, while the overall unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%. Veteran unemployment declined overall, though trends varied by age, gender, and race, with some subgroups—such as older veterans and Black veterans—experiencing increases.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: April 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: April 2025, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In April 2025, the U.S. added 177,000 jobs, with the national unemployment rate holding at 4.2%. Veteran unemployment declined to 3.5% from 3.8% in March, while Post-9/11 veterans saw a drop to 2.9%. Male veteran unemployment fell to 3.1%, but female veteran unemployment rose to 5.9%. Black and Hispanic veterans experienced significant improvements, with rates falling to 4.8% and 2.9%, respectively—both lower than their nonveteran peers. Younger veterans (25–34) and those aged 45–54 saw notable declines, while veterans aged 55–64 experienced a slight increase. Despite gains, disparities remain, especially for female and older veterans.
Research Review: "Veteran Affairs Disability Compensation: Likely The U.S.’S Largest Disability Program, But What Do We Know About Its Impacts On Service-Disabled Veterans?", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
Research Review: "Veteran Affairs Disability Compensation: Likely The U.S.’S Largest Disability Program, But What Do We Know About Its Impacts On Service-Disabled Veterans?", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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This research review highlights the complexities of estimating the causal impacts of the Veterans Affairs Disability Compensation (VADC) program. The authors suggest that reliable estimates of the causal impact of VADC on labor market outcomes requires estimates of the causal impact of other programs available to veterans with service-connected disabilities. Currently, there is limited evidence of the causal impact of these programs, pointing to several opportunities for practice, policy, and future research.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: December 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: December 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In December, employment increased by 256,000, with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 4.1%. Veteran unemployment showed mixed trends, with post-9/11 veteran unemployment rising to 3.9% and significant variations across different age and demographic groups. Notably, the unemployment rate for veterans aged 25-34 and Black or African American veterans saw substantial increases.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: November 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: November 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In November, employment increased by 227,000, with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 4.2%. Veteran unemployment showed mixed trends, with post-9/11 veteran unemployment slightly decreasing to 3.1% and significant variations across different age and demographic groups. Notably, the unemployment rate for Black or African American veterans decreased significantly, while the rate for veterans aged 18-24 increased.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: October 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: October 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In October 2024, U.S. employment grew modestly by 12,000, and the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%. Veteran unemployment slightly increased to 2.8%, with post-9/11 veteran unemployment rising to 3.2%, though trends varied across different age and demographic groups. Notably, the unemployment rate for younger veterans (18-24) dropped significantly, while Black or African American veterans saw a sharp rise, and Hispanic veterans experienced a decline.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: September 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: September 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In September 2024, U.S. employment rose by 254,000, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1%. Veterans experienced notable improvements, with overall unemployment dropping to 2.7% from 3.5% in August, and specific age and demographic groups seeing varying trends—such as a decrease in unemployment for younger veterans and a significant drop for female veterans. While some subgroups, like Hispanic veterans, had higher unemployment rates than their nonveteran peers, Black veterans saw lower unemployment than their counterparts.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: August 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: August 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In August, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a rise in overall employment by 142,000 and a stable unemployment rate of 4.2%. However, veteran unemployment rates increased slightly, with notable variations by age, gender, and ethnicity; for example, female veterans saw a significant rise to 7.0%, while veterans aged 25-34 experienced a decrease to 4.3%. Despite these fluctuations, veteran unemployment rates often remain lower than their nonveteran peers in most age and ethnic groups.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: May 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: May 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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In May 2024, overall employment increased by 272,000 with a stable unemployment rate of 4.0%. Employment gains were notable in health care, government, leisure and hospitality, and professional services. Unemployment rates among veterans varied by age and demographic groups, showing disparities compared to nonveterans, such as higher rates among veterans aged 25-34 and lower rates among veterans aged 18-24 compared to their nonveteran peers.
Research Review: "Veteran Single Parents, Surviving But Not Thriving", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
Research Review: "Veteran Single Parents, Surviving But Not Thriving", Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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This IVMF research review underscores the growing importance of veteran parents, especially mothers, within the changing military demographics. Despite projections indicating a significant increase in female veterans by 2035, research on the impact of veteran status, gender, and parenthood remains scarce. This study investigates the demographics and well-being outcomes of post-9/11 veteran single parents, offering insights into their financial stability, health, and access to care, with implications for policy, practice, and future research.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: February 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: February 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during February 2024.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: January 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: January 2024, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during January 2024.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: December 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: December 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during December 2023.
Employment Situation Of Veterans: October 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
Employment Situation Of Veterans: October 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during October 2023.
Policy Brief: Mitigating Underemployment Among Transitioning Post-9/11 Veterans, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University, Penn State Clearinghouse For Military Family Readiness
Policy Brief: Mitigating Underemployment Among Transitioning Post-9/11 Veterans, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University, Penn State Clearinghouse For Military Family Readiness
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This policy brief discusses underemployment among post-9/11-veterans, risk-factors for underemployment, and key components of employment programming that appear to mitigate the impacts of underemployment through higher starting salaries and connection to full-time employment. The brief provides policy recommendations to address veteran underemployment.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: September 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: September 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during September 2023.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: August 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: August 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during August 2023.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: July 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: July 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during July 2023.
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: June 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
The Employment Situation Of Veterans: June 2023, Institute For Veterans And Military Families At Syracuse University
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Veteran employment trends and statistics among various demographics during June 2023