Unemployment and COVID-19

Federal benefit programs have ended. However, you may still be eligible for regular unemployment benefits or other support services from the EDD.

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Unemployment Benefits Data

Find the latest data on claims filed, benefits paid, and our progress on processing claims during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Current Unemployment Statistics

7.5%

California Unemployment Rate in August 2021

97K

New and Reopened Claims Filed for Week Ending October 9

$419M

Benefits Paid for Week Ending October 9

138.9K

Backlog of Claims Past 21 Days Pending EDD Action for Week Ending October 9

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