Vermont Unemployment Holds at 2.6% in June, Adding 3,200 Jobs

NewsData.io · United States · Jul 30, 2026

Vermont's seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate remained at 2.6% in June 2026, well below the national rate of 4.2%, according to the Vermont Department of Labor. The state added an estimated 3,200 jobs on an unadjusted basis, with construction, leisure and hospitality, and local government leading growth. For staffing agencies operating in or near Vermont, the tight labor market signals continued competition for candidates and strong demand for workforce placement services heading into fall.