“Georgia’s job market is red hot with opportunity,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “This continuous growth is a strong indicator that our economic momentum is not slowing down any time soon. Once again, Georgia continues to shatter records in growing businesses statewide and creating jobs for hardworking Georgians.”

The labor force increased in Macon by 820 and ended the month with 99,803. That number went up by 210 when compared to March of 2023.

Macon finished the month with 96,080 employed residents. That number increased by 631 over-the-month and rose by 278 when compared to the same time a year ago.

Macon ended March with 100,600 jobs. That number increased by 500 from February to March and went down by 300 when compared to this time last year.

In March, initial unemployment claims decreased by 135 (-28%) in Macon. When you compare March 2024 claims to March 2023, claims were down by 71 (-17%).