Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that all of Georgia’s Regional Commissions saw a slight increase in January unemployment rates.
“Georgia’s January unemployment rate hit its lowest point in over a year,” said Commissioner Thompson. “This speaks volumes about our state’s economic resilience and ability to lead when times get tough. Regionally, we are seeing a slight seasonal uptick in January unemployment, but Georgia continues to be forward-thinking in its policy decisions and focus on sustainable economic growth. While we may see some softening of the economy over the coming months, Georgia is in a better position than most to overcome any challenges heading our way.”
Please see a synopsis of each regional commission below:
Atlanta Regional Commission
The unemployment rate was up one-tenth to 3.0 percent over-the-month, the rate was 3.2 percent one year ago.
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The labor force was up 7,730 over-the-month and up 31,470 over-the-year, to 2,677,016.
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The number of employed was up 3,142 over-the-month and up 36,003 over-the-year, to 2,595,830.
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Initial claims were up 3,345 (35%) over-the-month and down 715 (-5%) over-the-year, to 12,812.
Central Savannah River
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The unemployment rate was up three-tenths to 3.9 percent over-the-month, the rate was 4.3 percent one year ago.
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The labor force was up 1,256 over-the-month and up 374 over-the-year, to 207,805.
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The number of employed was up 556 over-the-month and up 1,142 over-the-year, to 199,756.
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Initial claims were up 624 (40%) over-the-month and up 98 (5%) over-the-year, to 2,179.
Coastal Georgia
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The unemployment rate was up three-tenths to 2.8 percent over-the-month, the rate was 3.3 percent one year ago.
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The labor force was up 1,527 over-the-month and up 6,318 over-the-year, to 351,019, an all-time high.
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The number of employed was up 418 over-the-month and up 7,601 over-the-year, to 341,019.
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Initial claims were up 398…
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