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Nonfarm Payrolls Today
The Nonfarm Payrolls is currently 159,001K, last updated , up 0.00% from yesterday.
Current
159,001K
1 Day
+0.00%
1 Week
+0.00%
1 Month
+0.00%
Data as of · Source: FRED
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Frequently Asked Questions
▶What is the nonfarm payrolls today?
The Nonfarm Payrolls is currently 159,001K, last updated May 1, 2026. It is up 0.00% from yesterday.
▶When was the nonfarm payrolls last updated?
The Nonfarm Payrolls on this page was last updated May 1, 2026, fetched 30 min ago. Data refreshes every 10 minutes and is sourced from the Federal Reserve (FRED).
▶How has the nonfarm payrolls changed recently?
Over the past 30 days the Nonfarm Payrolls has moved from 159,001K to 159,001K, a gain of 0.00%. Week over week it is up 0.00%.
▶What does the current nonfarm payrolls reading mean?
At 159,001K the Nonfarm Payrolls is roughly in line with its level 30 days ago (159,001K). Total nonfarm employment, the single most-watched monthly jobs number.
▶Where can I see the full history of the nonfarm payrolls?
Full history, chart, and forecast for Nonfarm Payrolls are available on the dedicated Nonfarm Payrolls page, with data back to the earliest available observation.
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Data sourced from the Federal Reserve (FRED). Updated monthly. For informational purposes only, not financial advice.