U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 in May, much more than expected; unemployment at 4.3%

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 80,000 in May while the unemployment rate held at 4.3%.

# U.S. payrolls rose by 172,000 in May, much more than expected; unemployment at 4.3% Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 80,000 in May while the unemployment rate held at 4.3%. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/05/jobs-report-may-2026.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*