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Annual Unemployment Rate
In 2006, Greater Washington's unemployment rate was 3.1%, significantly lower than the national average of 4.8%.
| Metro Area | Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| Greater Washington* | 3.1% |
| Miami | 3.5% |
| San Francisco-San Jose | 4.3% |
| Los Angeles | 4.4% |
| New York City | 4.5% |
| Chicago | 4.5% |
| Philadelphia | 4.6% |
| Boston | 4.6% |
| Atlanta | 4.6% |
| Dallas | 4.8% |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2006
Note: Data is for MSA and does not include Howard and Anne Arundel counties
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