The Las Vegas job market   The job market in Las Vegas continues to outpace most of the country and boasts one of the lowest rates of unemployment. Nevada's gaming and tourism industry, as well as an attractive coporate environment have been the catalysts for a booming job market. In the last decade the Nevada labor force has grown by nearly 350,000 people. Las Vegas has enjoyed significant increases in all types of jobs, including high-tech, construction and professional positions.

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Year Labor Force Employment Unemployment Unemployment Rate (Local) 2004 847,217 812,094 35,123 4.1 2003 813,900 770,800 43,100 5.3 2002 794,500 749,300 45,200 5.7 2001 778,300 735,500 42,800 5.5 2000 738,900 708,600 30,300 4.1 *Statistics provided by the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce More about the job market   If you would like more information about the Las Vegas job market, we recommend visiting the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce. They provide very useful information, including links to employment opportunities for Clark County, UNLV, the Las Vegas Water District and the Clark County School District.