Iowa reported the number of employees on nonfarm payrolls in January 2022 was 1,527,500, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
This is a 2.1 percent increase over January 2021, when Iowa reported 1,495,600 workers on nonfarm payrolls.
Statistics were compiled from reports from the civilian labor force and unemployment data, which heavily relied on household surveys. The data is not seasonally adjusted.
Employment data is gleaned from an establishment survey that measures nonfarm employment, hours and industry earnings. The data is also based on payroll jobs and such factors as where the establishments are located.
Employees on Nonfarm Payrolls in Iowa 2022 vs. 2021
| Metropolitan Statistical Area | January 2022 (In thousands) | January 2021 (In thousands) | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames | 51.6 | 48.7 | 5.6% |
| Cedar Rapids | 137.5 | 136.3 | 0.9% |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | 369.6 | 358 | 3.1% |
| Dubuque | 58.5 | 58 | 0.9% |
| Iowa City | 97.7 | 94 | 3.8% |
| Sioux City | 85.3 | 84.7 | 0.7% |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | 86.4 | 84.8 | 1.9% |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
