| Unemployment rate fell three-tenths of a percentage point in May to 7.1 percent |
As expected, Alaska’s seasonal industries added a significant number of jobs to the state’s labor market in May, marking the beginning of Alaska’s peak employment season.
Dan Robinson
6/19/2003
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- Minimum wage in Alaska is $7.15 ($5.15 federal). The increase from $5.65 to $7.15 was effective January 1, 2003 read more...
- Alaska�s July 1, 2002 estimated population was 643,786 open excel file...
- In 2001, nonresident workers comprised 18.4% of workers employed in Alaska. more data...
- Alaska has nearly the same number of males (51.7% ) as females (48.3%) per 2000 census. more census data...
- Alaska's per capita personal income in 2002 was $32,151. more income data...
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Alaska Economic Trends
 Youth Employment
A spotlight on youth working in Alaska. This article examines the numbers, occupations, employers, place of work, and wages of Alaska�s working youth. Also discussed are how to go about looking for work and some of the qualities Alaska�s employers seek when making a new hire. Page 3
Cost of Living
A look at the various measures and their limitations. Page 10
A Career Profile
Hazardous Materials Removal Worker.
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Employment Scene
Employment Numbers Remain Positive in 2003. Page 26 |
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