September Unemployment Rate Drops in Warner Robins
Monday, October 30th, 2023
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Warner Robins recorded an unemployment rate of 3.2 percent in September, down six-tenths of a percent over the month. A year ago, the rate was 3.1 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 Warner Robins by 416 and ended the month with 88,196. That number went up by 2,250 when compared to September of 2022.
Warner Robins finished the month with 85,395 employed residents. That number increased by 913 over-the-month and went up by 2,097 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Warner Robins ended September with 81,700 jobs, an all-time high. That number increased by 300 from August to September and went up by 2,200 when compared to this time last year.
In September, initial unemployment claims decreased by 73 (-21%) in Warner Robins. When you compare September 2023 claims to September 2022, claims were down by 367 (-58%).
