Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor:
The Georgia Department of Labor announced late last week that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 3.2 percent in November, down three-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 2.5 percent.
“Georgia proves that smart leadership and bold policies drive economic success,” said GDOL Emergency Interim Successor Louis DeBroux. “While other states struggle with overregulation and economic uncertainty, Georgia’s economy is thriving—job numbers are up in 12 regions, unemployment claims are down across the board, and businesses continue to choose our state as the best place to grow and invest. These results don’t happen by accident; they are the product of strong fiscal policies and a commitment to empowering job creators and hardworking Georgians. As we close out the year, Georgia remains a perennial leader in opportunity, innovation, and prosperity.”
The labor force in Rome decreased by 299 over-the-month to 48,585. That number increased by 599 when compared to November of 2023.
Rome finished the month with 47,040 employed residents. That number decreased by 139 over-the-month and rose by 235 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Rome ended November with 48,600 jobs, an all-time high. That number went up by 100 over-the-month and rose by 600 when compared to this time last year.
In November, initial unemployment claims increased by 21 in Rome. When you compare November 2024 claims to November 2023, claims were up by 303, totaling 250.
Northwest Georgia
- The unemployment rate was up one-tenth to 3.5 percent over-the-month, the rate was 2.6 percent one year ago.
- The labor force was down 1,564 over-the-month and up 5,207 over-the-year, to 446,503.
- The number of employed was down 1,573 over-the-month and up 1,294 over-the-year, to 431,046.
- Initial claims were down 181 over-the-month and down 2,658 over-the-year, to 2,255.
For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff atdol.georgia.gov/email-us. 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.
For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.
