JOLTS Quits Rate
Share of workers voluntarily leaving their jobs
What is the current JOLTS Quits Rate?
The JOLTS quits rate was 2.0% in the latest reading, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The quits rate measures the share of workers voluntarily leaving their jobs — a signal of worker confidence. When workers stop quitting, it signals they see fewer opportunities, a precursor to broader labor market weakening. Source: BLS JOLTS via FRED (JTSQUR).
JOLTS Quits Rate at 2.0%
Tracking improving relative to recent baseline.
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How has JOLTS Quits Rate changed over time?
| Period | Value | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 2% | +0.0 pts |
| Dec 2025 | 2% | +0.1 pts |
| Nov 2025 | 2% | +0.1 pts |
| Oct 2025 | 1.9% | −0.1 pts |
| Sep 2025 | 1.9% | −0.1 pts |
| Aug 2025 | 2% | −0.1 pts |
| Jul 2025 | 2% | −0.1 pts |
| Jun 2025 | 2.1% | +0.0 pts |
| May 2025 | 2.1% | +0.0 pts |
| Apr 2025 | 2% | −0.2 pts |
| Mar 2025 | 2.2% | +0.1 pts |
| Feb 2025 | 2% | −0.2 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JOLTS quits rate?
The JOLTS quits rate measures the percentage of employed workers who voluntarily leave their jobs each month. At 2.0%, it reflects worker confidence in finding new employment.
Why does the quits rate matter for financial distress?
A falling quits rate signals workers feel trapped — they see fewer job opportunities and are afraid to leave. This precedes wage stagnation and rising unemployment, which the American Distress Index tracks.
Where does this data come from?
Published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics as part of the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), available via FRED series JTSQUR.
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