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Unemployment in the Santa Fe, NM Metro Area was at 3.9% in April 2026. That's a 0.8 percentage point increase from a year before. The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who are actively looking for work but not currently employed. It helps indicate the overall condition of the Santa Fe, NM area job market.
In April 2026,

3.9%

of the labor force was unemployed in Santa Fe, NM area
April 2026 had a

+0.8

percentage point change from April 2025
Metro area-level unemployment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics does not account for fluctuations due to seasonal employment patterns, such as tourism or agriculture. That means the data may show large changes month to month. It’s important to view this local data with a long-term lens.

The unemployment rate in Santa Fe, NM area was lower in April 2026 (YTD) compared with January 2019.

Unemployment rate by month, not seasonally adjusted, 2019-2026 (YTD)

Unemployment rates differ between urban areas due to various factors. The types of industries present in an area may affect unemployment rates. Seasonal work in industries like tourism can cause unemployment to go up and down. Population changes and local policies also play a role in how many people are employed.

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How does unemployment in the Santa Fe, NM area compare to other metros?

Unemployment rates in the Santa Fe, NM area are an indicator of the region's economic health. Comparing these rates across different metropolitan areas provides insights into local and national economic conditions. The current unemployment rate in the Santa Fe, NM area is X%, which can be compared to the national average unemployment rate of Y%. Recent trends indicate that the unemployment rate in the Santa Fe, NM area has increased/decreased over the past Z months. When comparing the Santa Fe, NM area to other metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago, we see varying unemployment rates. For instance, Los Angeles has an unemployment rate of A%, New York City stands at B%, and Chicago reports C%. These comparisons highlight the economic conditions and challenges faced by each region. Several factors influence the unemployment rate in the Santa Fe, NM area, including the presence of industries, economic conditions, and population demographics. For example, the local economy's reliance on tourism and government employment can impact job availability. In contrast, metropolitan areas like Los Angeles and New York City have diverse economies with contributions from entertainment, finance, and technology sectors. Historically, the unemployment rate in the Santa Fe, NM area has shown stability/volatility, with changes during economic downturns and recoveries. Comparing these historical trends with those in other metropolitan areas can provide an understanding of the region's economic resilience and challenges. In summary, the Santa Fe, NM area's unemployment rate offers a snapshot of its economic health, with comparisons to other metropolitan areas revealing both similarities and differences. Monitoring these rates is important for economic planning and policy-making, ensuring that local and national strategies address unemployment challenges. Data sources for this analysis include the Bureau of Labor Statistics and local government reports, providing reliable and up-to-date information on unemployment rates. For further reading, please refer to the provided links and references.
Among 172 metro areas with less than 100,000 people in the labor force, the Santa Fe, NM area had the 67th highest unemployment rate in April 2026.
Other areas with similar unemployment rates to the Santa Fe, NM area's 3.9% unemployment rate were the Wheeling, WV area (3.9%) and the Elmira, NY area (3.9%).

In April 2026, the Santa Fe, NM area had the 67th highest unemployment rate among metro areas with less than 100,000 people in the labor force.

Unemployment rate, not seasonally adjusted (Circle size corresponds to the size of the labor force)

Unemployment rate, by metro area (April 2026)

Unemployment rate, by metro area (April 2026)
1.

El Centro, CA area

16.5%
2.

Yuma, AZ area

13.9%
3.

Visalia, CA area

10.2%
4.

Merced, CA area

9.6%
5.

Hanford, CA area

8.9%
6.

Bakersfield, CA area

8.7%
7.

Guayama, PR area

8.6%
8.

Eagle Pass, TX area

8.5%
9.

Fresno, CA area

8.1%
10.

Wildwood, FL area

7.9%

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Methodology

USAFacts standardizes data, in areas such as time and demographics, to make it easier to understand and compare.

The analysis was generated with the help of AI and reviewed by USAFacts for accuracy.

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