In December 2021, the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton reported 257,300 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 5.758 million people employed on nonfarm payrolls in January 2022.
Pennsylvania Employees on Nonfarm Payrolls December 2021 vs. January 2022
| December 2021 (In thousands) | January 2022 (In thousands) | Percent Change |
|---|---|---|
| 257.3 | 250.7 | -2.6 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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