Labor market publications & events

CT Department of Labor (CTDOL) Research collects state and national data. We share information and insights about the:

  • Economy
  • Workforce
  • Jobs and careers

Follow the links below for data about jobs, wages, employers, and CT’s economy. Use it to:

  • Make plans and decisions
  • Explore job opportunities
  • Help people prepare for and grow in a job

Connecticut Labor Situation 

See our detailed analysis of the labor market. We report employment data, average weekly hours and earnings, and more.

Connecticut Economic Digest 

Get important data on the workforce and economy in one place. Each issue has articles on important topics.

Calendar of events 

View upcoming job and career fairs. Get release dates for key labor market information.

Business and employment changes 

Read about business startups and expansions. Learn about employers that are laying off workers and reducing staff.

Help Wanted Online (HWOL) 

Get a detailed analysis of job postings in CT. Totals by industry, occupation, requirement, and employer show what’s in demand.

Connecticut Career Paths 

This publication guides students through education, training, and job choices.

Publications

All labor market publications

Get key facts about jobs, wages, employers, and Connecticut’s economy.

Monthly publications

See up-to-date information about jobs, wages, unemployment, and business trends in Connecticut.

For businesses

Get data and information to make plans and decisions. See labor market trends for your industry and the state.

For educators, trainers, and counselors

See resources about careers in CT. Learn what they pay, get trained, find education requirements, and more.

For job seekers and students

Explore careers in CT. Learn what they are, see education and training requirements, and much more.

For researchers, planners, and policymakers

Use our publications to better understand CT’s economy. Make policy decisions and plan economic development.