Montana’s unemployment rate continued its decline in January, down 0.1 percentage points to 4.4 percent.  The U.S. unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage points to 5.7 percent in January.

“Montana started 2015 with strong job growth, with the economy adding over 3,000 jobs in January,” Governor Steve Bullock said.  “With strong wage growth last year, and low inflation because of falling fuel prices, more Montanans are employed and have more money in their pockets.”

Montana’s total employment levels increased by 3,230 jobs in January.  Total employment estimates include payroll employment, plus agricultural and self-employed workers.  Payroll employment estimates indicate a gain of 300 jobs over the month.

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