Warner Robins Unemployment Rate Inches Up Slightly in January
Monday, March 18th, 2024
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Warner Robins recorded an unemployment rate of 2.9 percent in January, up three-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 3.4 percent.
“Georgia's January unemployment rate hit its lowest point in over a year,” said Commissioner Thompson. “This speaks volumes about our state's economic resilience and ability to lead when times get tough. Regionally, we are seeing a slight seasonal uptick in January unemployment, but Georgia continues to be forward-thinking in its policy decisions and focus on sustainable economic growth. While we may see some softening of the economy over the coming months, Georgia is in a better position than most to overcome any challenges heading our way.”
The labor force increased in Warner Robins by 753 and ended the month with 87,582. That number went up by 1,257 when compared to January of 2023.
Warner Robins finished the month with 85,039 employed residents. That number increased by 497 over-the-month and went up by 1,692 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Warner Robins ended January with 81,200 jobs. That number decreased by 700 from December to January and went up by 1,400 when compared to this time last year.
In January, initial unemployment claims increased by 145 (59%) in Warner Robins. When you compare January 2024 claims to January 2023, claims were down by 28 (-7%).
