(Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor):
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 3.3 percent in September, down six-tenths of a percent over the month. A year ago, the rate was 2.7 percent.
“Georgia reigns as the ultimate destination for business and economic opportunity,” said Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “However, with recent workforce reductions at Geico, Yellow Freight, and other companies throughout the state, we need to be cognizant of the financial pressures creating some instability within our existing business community. In today’s ever-shifting global market, we must remain vigilant and lead with innovation.”
The labor force decreased in Rome by 28 and ended the month with 45,743. That number went up by 1,678 when compared to September of 2022.
Rome finished the month with 44,245 employed residents. That number increased by 240 over-the-month and rose by 1,388 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Rome ended September with 44,700 jobs. That number decreased by 100 from August to September and rose by 1,300 when compared to this time last year.
In September, initial unemployment claims increased by 44 (19%) in Rome. When you compare September 2023 claims to September 2022, claims were down by 3 (-1%).
Northwest Georgia
- The unemployment rate was down six-tenths to 3.2 percent over-the-month, the rate was 2.7 percent one year ago.
- The labor force was up 1,567 over-the-month and up 11,251 over-the-year, to 439,618, an all-time high.
- The number of employed was up 3,898 over-the-month and up 8,754 over-the-year, to 425,496, an all-time high.
- Initial claims were up 166 (8%) over-the-month and down 552 (-20%) over-the-year, to 2,237.
For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff at https://dol.georgia.gov/employeremail. For more information on unemployment benefits, claimants should call 877.709.8185 or visit their MyUI Claimant Portal. GDOL’s Career Centers also provide in-person unemployment insurance benefit services for customers statewide.
WorkSource Georgia is now live, a new portal that replaces Employ Georgia as the official online tool for enrolling in employment services. Managed by our partners at the Technical College System of Georgia, this secure, web-based system connects job seekers with job openings. For further assistance, please call the TCSG’s Call Center at 404.982.7985 or email [email protected].
For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.