News Summary
Georgia’s unemployment rate remained steady at 3.4%, below the national average, while the state added 1,900 jobs in a month. Notably, health care and social assistance sectors soared, marking significant job gains. Although some sectors like construction faced declines, overall job growth reflects Georgia’s resilience in a fluctuating economy. The labor force has expanded, further indicating a recovery trend amidst rising jobless claims, showcasing ongoing opportunities.
Atlanta, Georgia—Georgia’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.4% in August 2025, remaining below the national average of 4.2%. The state saw a modest job growth, adding 1,900 jobs during the month, which brings the total number of jobs in Georgia to 4,999,600.
In the past year, Georgia has experienced an increase of 32,300 jobs. The health care and social assistance sector has particularly excelled, reaching an all-time high with 627,200 jobs available. The leisure and hospitality sector also contributed significantly, employing 521,200 people.
Sector Developments
Among the job gains reported in August, the retail trade sector grew by 2,900 jobs. Additionally, administrative and support services added 1,800 jobs, while the accommodation and food services sectors saw an increase of 1,600 jobs. The state government sector also added 1,500 jobs, accompanied by an increase of 1,200 jobs in other services.
However, not all sectors experienced growth. The construction sector saw a decline, losing 3,000 jobs, while the information sector decreased by 2,400 jobs. Professional and technical services reported a reduction of 1,500 jobs. The federal government sector shed 1,200 jobs, and the real estate and rental and leasing sectors lost 1,000 jobs.
Annual Trends and Labor Force Changes
Over the past year, the health care and social assistance sector led the way with the addition of 25,100 new positions. Administrative and support services also contributed positively, adding 7,400 jobs. Despite these gains, certain sectors faced challenges, such as transportation, warehousing, and utilities, which reported a loss of 9,000 jobs over the year. Other sectors like information, construction, wholesale trade, and the federal government also saw job losses.
According to data, Georgia’s labor force increased by 732 in July, totaling nearly 5.4 million individuals. The number of employed Georgians rose by 1,702 to nearly 5.2 million, while the count of unemployed individuals decreased by 970 to 185,351.
Job Seekers and Claims
Despite positive employment indicators, initial jobless claims rose by 5,073 in July, reaching 24,730. This increase reflects the ongoing challenges in certain job markets. Georgia has been adding workers consistently for the past seven months, indicating a steady recovery trend according to the Labor Department’s statistics.
Conclusion
The latest employment data showcases Georgia’s resilience and ongoing job growth in diverse sectors amid some declines. As the state navigates economic fluctuations, the labor market continues to demonstrate strength and opportunity.
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