Penza, 19 October 2011. PenzaNews. The rate of unemployment in the Penza region decreased from 1.3% to 1.1% of total number of economically active population in 2011.

Besides, according to the press-service of the department of economy of the Penza region, monetary incomes per head increased from 9 557 roubles up to 14 764 rubles in 2011.

The source of the department said: "Consumer expenses per head for 9 months of 2011 increased from 8 517 rubles up to 10 045 rubles".