What this tracks
This dataset records the number of monthly unemployment insurance claims filed in Missouri, broken down by gender.
Why it matters to you
If you’re considering opening a business in Missouri, this data shows which gender groups are experiencing higher job losses in recent months — a signal of which industries or regions may be struggling. For workers, seeing spikes in claims for your gender group suggests it may be wise to build emergency savings or explore retraining opportunities. The data also helps community organizations target job assistance programs where they’re most needed.
How to read this data
date — The month being reported, formatted as YYYY-MM-DD (e.g., 2026-06-01 shows June 2026 data).
female — Total unemployment claims filed by women that month (e.g., 11,115 claims).
male — Total unemployment claims filed by men that month (e.g., 7,859 claims).
ina — Claims where gender wasn’t available (e.g., 19 cases).
Where this leaves you
This dataset doesn’t let you look anything up by your address, but it’s still a window into how the state operates. Read it to understand the scope of the program and what the official records contain; the city or state’s own interactive map (linked on this page) shows the locations involved.