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U.S. adds 172,000 jobs in May; unemployment stays at 4.3%

Bureau of Labor Statistics reports stronger-than-expected payroll gains for May.

Published Jun 5, 2026, 8:31 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, a better-than-expected gain, while the unemployment rate remained at 4.3%, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The monthly report showed payroll growth outpacing estimates for the month.