CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — There was a small increase in Rhode Island's unemployment rate in January, according to the R.I. Department of Labor and Training (DLT). Data from the DLT showed the state's unemployment rate is at 4.6%, an increase from 4.5% in December. After a labor force revision by the agency, it turns out the figure from August through December was 4.5% instead of 4.6% as previously reported. (Story continues below.) 2024-LAUS-benchmark-releaseDownload Similar to previous months, Rhode Island's unemployment numbers are still higher than national figures. Nationally, the rate fell from 4.1% to 4%. The DLT also reported that the state added 600 jobs, an improvement from December, which saw a decrease of 400. Approximately 564,100 Rhode Islanders were employed, also a gain of 3,300 from the previous month. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW ...read more read less