Jobless Workers 55–64 Spent an Average of 26.7 Weeks Looking
Bureau of Labor Statistics annual averages for 2025 show that unemployed people ages 55–64 had been unemployed for an average of 26.7 weeks.
Fact Sheet, Work & Jobs
Work & Jobs
Fact Sheet, Work & Jobs
1 in 5 Employers Said They Left Jobs Unfilled on Purpose While Looking Like They Were Hiring
In a 2025 Clarify Capital survey of 1,000 U.S. employers, 1 in 5 reported intentionally leaving roles unfilled to reduce costs while appearing active in hiring.