Indiana economy

Indiana needs more than a thousand new construction workers by next year to address a labor shortage within the industry. That's according to the Indiana Construction Roundtable Foundation. Indiana Trades Day aims to give high school students a chance to learn about careers in construction.

The average wage for Hoosiers has increased over the last nine months, according to Governor Mike Braun. Braun said this improvement shows Indiana's new economic development approach — that prioritizes wage growth — is working.

A recent survey shows employers in central Indiana are having a hard time finding more skilled and highly educated workers. Some Indiana companies are helping to shape the talent pool they want.

The number of clean energy jobs in Indiana barely grew last year. That includes jobs in sectors like energy efficiency, wind, solar, electric vehicles and biofuels.

Indiana's unemployment rate continued its trend of outperforming the national rate for the sixth month in a row. New preliminary data shows the state's unemployment rate remained the same for a third consecutive month.

Employers across Indiana want to provide on-the-job training opportunities for student and adult learners. However, a new report shows many employers said barriers prevent them from hosting programs like apprenticeships, internships and other training.

Indiana’s college enrollment rate has fallen to its lowest level on record, prompting new debate over education policy and workforce preparedness.

There is still a large gap between what it takes to afford an average two-bedroom apartment in Indiana and the typical Hoosier renter's wage.

Indiana's unemployment rate continued to improve for a fifth straight month, according to new preliminary data. The state's unemployment rate for June stands at 3.6 percent, well below the national rate of 4.1 percent.

One measure of the strength of Indiana's economy held steady for the third month in a row, according to new preliminary data. The labor force participation rate measures the percentage of working-age Hoosiers who are working or actively looking for employment.