The Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS) collects and links data to evaluate education and workforce efforts in the Commonwealth. This includes developing reports, responding to research requests, and providing statistical data about these efforts so policymakers, agencies, and the general public can make better informed decisions.
The Labor Force Update highlights recent data releases from the Labor Market Information section of KYSTATS and elsewhere.
Family Resource Simulator in collaboration with the National Center for Children in Poverty
June 2020
The Family Resource Simulator illustrates the impact of "work supports"—such as earned income tax credits and child care assistance—on the budget of a hypothetical family. It helps families identify where 'cliff effects' occur as their income increases. This work was completed in collaboration with the National Center for Children in Poverty.
Civilian Labor Force Report
June 2020
This interactive report allows users to explore estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program and the Current Population Survey (CPS).
Better Workplaces, Better World
June 2020
This interactive dashboard utilizes data from the survey conducted by the Louisville Society for Human Resource Management.
Early Childhood Profile
May 2020
This interactive report provides data to show how well Kentucky children are being served before they enter primary school, as well as how they perform academically in 3rd grade.
Kentucky Workforce Dashboard
May 2020
The Kentucky Workforce Dashboard is a user-friendly tool that local workforce areas can use to inform the impact of services in their area.
County Unemployment Update
May 2020
The County Unemployment Update is an overview of unemployment insurance initial claims for the counties in Kentucky that can be looked at by industry, gender, race, and age. Data for the prior week of UI Claims will be updated on a weekly basis to adhere to federal restrictions. Data in this dashboard are from the Program for Measuring Insured Unemployment Statistics.
Postsecondary Feedback Report
May 2020
Earning a postsecondary credential can unlock opportunity, but a student’s odds of success can vary based on the institution they attend, the credential they pursue, and the content area of their studies. This interactive report allows users to explore outcomes for students at each of Kentucky’s postsecondary institutions by major and credential type.
Birth through Kindergarten Readiness Analysis
April 2020
This report uses a predictive model utilizing information starting from birth to provide the best predictors of kindergarten readiness.
Youth and Young Adult Populations
April 2020
This interactive report is aimed at youth and young adults aged 14-24 in the year 2017. It measures outcomes identified by national and local leaders by specific sub-populations that have been identified as underserved.
