(Media release from the Georgia Department of Labor):
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Rome recorded an unemployment rate of 2.8 percent in November, down five-tenths of a percent from the previous month. A year ago, the rate was 2.8 percent.
“As we prepare to ring in a new year, Georgia’s future is bright, said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “With holiday shopping and retail kicking back up, Georgia’s unemployment rates are dropping faster than holiday deals. Coupled with a soaring job market and a workforce ready to take on limitless opportunities, Georgia is well on the road to success.”
The labor force increased in Rome by 5 and ended the month with 45,721. That number went up by 1,385 when compared to November of 2022.
Rome finished the month with 44,443 employed residents. That number increased by 241 over-the-month and rose by 1,347 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Rome ended November with 45,400 jobs, an all-time high. That number increased by 300 from October to November and rose by 1,400 when compared to this time last year.
In November, initial unemployment claims increased by 397 (255%) in Rome. When you compare November 2023 claims to November 2022, claims were up by 193 (54%).
Northwest Georgia
- The unemployment rate was down four-tenths to 2.9 percent over-the-month, the rate was 2.8 percent one year ago.
- The labor force was up 45 over-the-month and up 10,393 over-the-year, to 438,633.
- The number of employed was up 1,905 over-the-month and up 9,768 over-the-year, to 426,113, an all-time high.
- Initial claims were up 3,029 (161%) over-the-month and up 114 (2%) over-the-year, to 4,913.
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.
