Economic Indicators
Understanding the Dallas Region Economy
Top Line Indicators for the Dallas Region
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
3.7%
(AUG. 2022)
-0.1 point from July
TX rate is 4.1% (Aug. 2022)
U.S. rate is 3.7% (Aug. 2022)
EMPLOYMENT CHANGE
6.7%
(AUG. 2022)
+260,700 YoY
Total employment is 107.5%
of pre-pandemic levels
CORE INFLATION RATE
5.7%
(JULY 2022)
-0.3 points from May
TX rate is 7.1% (Aug. 2022)
U.S. rate is 6.3% (Aug. 2022)
ECONOMY IN BRIEF
“Economy in Brief: Indicators for the Dallas Region” offers insights into our economic landscape. The data points and analysis tools that support this report provide our business community with an assessment of current economic conditions to make informed decisions based on trends and projections. Our reporting includes measures of the impact of COVID-19 on our economy. Last updated September 30, 2022.
REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GUIDE
Looking to better understand the people, companies, and industries that make up the Dallas Region? Use the the DRC’s Regional Economic Development Guide to get the complete picture. This guide is full of easily digestible information that will help you make informed decision about what’s here and where to grow.
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