Job seekers are bombarded with new employment and unemployment statistics every day. But what do these numbers mean? Are they relevant to your situation? What can you learn about your employment? Let Jobfox break it down for you.

Where These Statistics Come From

Typically the statistics discussing employment and unemployment are published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). BLS is a federal agency that serves as a statistical resource for the Department of Labor (DOL). The BLS works to ensure the data they provide is relevant, timely, accurate and impartial.

The DOL links to this data on their website, DOL's Website. The DOL then uses this data to further their mission of fostering and promoting the welfare of American job seekers, wage earners and retirees. The DOL also administers a variety of Federal labor laws to ensure safe and fair working conditions.

For the latest employment and unemployment statistics, visit the Department of Labor's website, www.dol.gov.