The number of employees on nonfarm payrolls for May in the Lebanon metropolitan statistical area was 51,600, a 1.2 percent increase over the previous month, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
In April, Lebanon reported 51,000 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.
Overall, Pennsylvania reported 5.714 million people employed on nonfarm payrolls in May.
Pennsylvania Employees on Nonfarm Payrolls April vs. May
| April 2021 (In thousands) | May 2021 (In thousands) | Percent Change |
|---|---|---|
| 51 | 51.6 | 1.2 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
