BLS Open Data · April 2026 (preliminary)
Unemployment Rate in Lincoln County, Wyoming
The unemployment rate in Lincoln County, Wyoming was 3% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Unemployment Rate in Lincoln County, Wyoming and Neighbouring Counties
How does Lincoln County, Wyoming compare?
Unemployment rate ranked against all counties in Wyoming.
Lower unemployment than 61% of counties in Wyoming · 10th of 23
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albany County | 2.5% |
| 1 | Crook County | 2.5% |
| 3 | Weston County | 2.6% |
| … 6 more … | ||
| 10 | Lincoln County(you are here) | 3.0% |
| … 10 more … | ||
| 20 | Big Horn County | 3.9% |
| 22 | Teton County | 4.1% |
| 23 | Niobrara County | 4.6% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the unemployment rate in Lincoln County, Wyoming?
The unemployment rate in Lincoln County, Wyoming was 3% as of April 2026 (preliminary), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program.
Why does the local unemployment rate matter for renters and landlords?
Jobs pay the rent, so the local unemployment rate is a quick read on how a rental market is doing. When it stays low, tenants tend to pay on time and renew. When it climbs, demand can soften and more units turn over. Property managers usually look at it next to rent and income figures when they price units and screen applicants.
How often is the unemployment rate updated?
BLS publishes new county and state unemployment estimates monthly, roughly three weeks after the reference month. This page shows the latest available month (April 2026). Recent months are often marked preliminary and revised the following release.
Where does this unemployment data come from?
The figures come from the BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program, the official source for sub-state unemployment rates. The data is public domain.
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