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Georgia has reached a historic achievement by surpassing 5 million jobs, as reported by the Georgia Department of Labor. The state’s unemployment rate stands at 3.5%, lower than the national average. In June, Georgia added 9,100 jobs, totaling 5,001,100 employed individuals. Despite some job losses in sectors like durable goods manufacturing, substantial gains were made in health care, entertainment, and local government. This growth highlights Georgia’s solid economic recovery and its status as the top state for business.

Atlanta, Georgia – Georgia has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 5 million jobs for the first time in state history, according to a report released by the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) on June 2025. The state’s unemployment rate has also dropped to an impressive 3.5%, remaining unchanged since May of the same year. This unemployment rate is notably six-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

In June alone, Georgia added 9,100 jobs, bringing the total number of jobs to an unprecedented 5,001,100. Over the past year, the state has seen an increase of 29,800 jobs, indicating a trend of growth and stability in the labor market. The state’s consistent job growth has contributed to its recognition as the No. 1 state for business for 11 consecutive years.

Sector Highlights

Several key sectors in Georgia have reached all-time highs, contributing to the job market’s expansion. The Financial Activities sector now employs 286,200 individuals, while Health Care and Social Assistance has seen a remarkable total of 623,300 jobs. The Leisure and Hospitality industry also reports 522,100 jobs, showcasing the state’s diverse economic landscape.

The most substantial job gains in June were noted in the following sectors:

Health Care and Social Assistance: +3,900 jobs
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation: +3,500 jobs
Administrative and Support Services: +3,100 jobs
Construction: +1,800 jobs
Finance and Insurance: +1,500 jobs
Local Government: +1,500 jobs

Conversely, the state experienced job losses in certain areas, including:

Durable Goods Manufacturing: -2,300 jobs
State Government: -1,600 jobs
Accommodation and Food Services: -1,100 jobs
Federal Government: -900 jobs
Private Educational Services: -700 jobs

Seasonal and Yearly Changes

Throughout the past year, significant job gains were registered, particularly in the following sectors:

Health Care and Social Assistance: +24,300 jobs
Local Government: +7,800 jobs
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation: +5,100 jobs
Finance and Insurance: +3,800 jobs
Private Educational Services: +3,700 jobs

However, several sectors also faced job losses over the year, including:

Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities: -7,800 jobs
Durable Goods Manufacturing: -3,800 jobs
Retail Trade: -3,200 jobs
Construction: -1,900 jobs
Professional and Technical Services: -1,400 jobs

Labor Force and Employment Figures

In June, Georgia’s labor force reached 5,376,388, an increase of 205 individuals from the previous month. However, this figure reflects a decline of 36,687 over the past year. Employment levels rose by 2,802, with a total of 5,189,971 employed residents in the state, although this marks a decrease of 28,589 from the previous year.

The number of unemployed individuals in Georgia dropped significantly by 2,597 to 186,417, down by 8,098 over the past twelve months. Nonetheless, initial unemployment claims increased by 522 in June, totaling 19,657 claims, although claims have decreased by 2,210 over the year.

This consistent growth in Georgia’s job market underlines the state’s resilience and ongoing economic recovery, while efforts continue to strengthen various sectors amidst fluctuating employment trends.

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Georgia Surpasses 5 Million Jobs Milestone