September Unemployment Rate Drops in Macon
Friday, October 27th, 2023
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Macon recorded an unemployment rate of 3.9 percent in September, down four-tenths of a percent over the month. A year ago, the rate was 3.3 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 increased in Macon by 164 and ended the month with 101,094. That number went up by 2,449 when compared to September of 2022.
Macon finished the month with 97,185 employed residents. That number increased by 608 over-the-month and rose by 1,811 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Macon ended September with 102,700 jobs. That number decreased by 100 from August to September and rose by 2,000 when compared to this time last year.
In September, initial unemployment claims decreased by 132 (-24%) in Macon. When you compare September 2023 claims to September 2022, claims were down by 271 (-39%).
