Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Labor Force
98,160
Employed
93,173
Unemployed
4,987
Unemployment Rate Trend
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Top Paying Occupations in Monroe, LA
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $293,170 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $255,330 |
| Dentists, General | $161,930 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $132,660 |
| Pharmacists | $131,990 |
| Physician Assistants | $126,190 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $124,340 |
| Chief Executives | $123,090 |
| Financial Managers | $118,420 |
| Veterinarians | $117,400 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.