Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor:
The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the one-county Rome Metropolitan Statistical Area recorded labor force and employment gains in May, with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, up two-tenths of a percentage point over the month. A year ago, the rate was 3.4%.
“Every May, a new wave of talent enters Georgia’s workforce as thousands of graduates begin their career search. This is what a growing talent pipeline looks like, and it is why companies keep investing here year after year,” said Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. “With more than 5 million jobs across our state, there is a place for every Georgian, from the graduate landing a first role to the seasoned professional taking the next step. That is the kind of opportunity you can build a life on, and we will keep it within reach in every corner of our state.”
The labor force in Rome increased by 174 over the month and 160 from May 2025, reaching 48,428.
Rome finished the month with 46,976 employed residents, up 49 over the month and 341 from May 2025.
Rome ended May with 47,100 jobs, unchanged over the month and down 500 from the same time last year.
In May, initial unemployment claims in Rome decreased by 151 from the previous month and decreased by 217 from the same month a year ago, totaling 103.
Northwest Georgia
- The unemployment rate was up three-tenths to 3.0% over-the-month. The rate was 3.1% one year ago.
- The labor force was up 1,522 over-the-month and up 7,824 over-the-year, to 460,307, an all-time high.
- The number of employed was up 234 over-the-month and up 8,201 over-the-year, to 446,481, an all-time high.
- Initial claims were down 847 over-the-month and down 338 over-the-year, to 1,189.
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.
For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.
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