Office of Economic Advisors - Affirmative Action Data Explained

Labor Force Demographic Data

2008-2009

The data in this publication has been prepared by the Department of Workforce Development (DWD). The population, labor force, and unemployment data in this publication will be revised and published every two years. The occupational data will not change until the next Census, but the occupational tables will be included in each biennial edition.

Direct use of this data may not fulfill the needs of an individual employer; additional analysis of these base data may be necessary to derive information required by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance. For example, a comparison of unemployment will require dividing a target population's unemployment by total unemployment to derive a percent of total figure. The unrounded estimates facilitate adding several counties to develop area totals.

The total noninstitutional populations shown in this publication are produced by using the state's Department of Administration, Demographic Services Center population projections. Racial, ethnic and gender estimates rely on the 2005 Census estimates and on national population trends.

The total labor force and total unemployment estimates are produced by the state's Department of Workforce Development, and are based on the average of 2006. Estimates for racial, ethnic and gender employment status depend on the 2000 Census and on national labor force and unemployment trends. These reports should be used only for Affirmative Action planning.

For further information, please write or telephone: Joseph Tumpach (608) 266-0851, email: Joe.Tumpach@dwd.state.wi.us

The Department of Workforce Development does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the provision of services or in employment. If you need this printed material interpreted or in a different form or if you need assistance in using this service, please contact us. Deaf, hearing or speech impaired callers may reach us through WI TRS.

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Updated: April 22, 2008
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