What this tracks
This dataset counts monthly unemployment claims in Missouri broken down by age groups.
Why it matters to you
If you’re considering opening a business in Missouri, this data shows which age groups are most affected by job losses—helping you assess workforce availability and potential customer bases. Parents can see if their recent college grad’s age group (_22_24) has higher unemployment than others. Older workers nearing retirement (_60_64, _65) can gauge job market risks before making career changes.
How to read this data
date — The month being measured, formatted like 2011-08-01 (August 2011).
_25_34 — Claims from workers aged 25-34, with sample values like 15,074 showing high volume in this prime working-age group.
_55_59 — Claims from workers aged 55-59, with values like 5,859 helping spot trends for those approaching retirement.
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.