Augusta’s Unemployment Rate Rises as Seasonal and Student Workers Enter the Summer Job Market
Friday, July 26th, 2024
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Augusta recorded an unemployment rate of 4.8 percent in June, up eight-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 4.0 percent.
“Georgia is where opportunities abound, and innovation thrives,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “Every summer, our students and seasonal workers inject our workforce with a fresh wave of talent and energy. Although this may lead to a temporary rise in unemployment, their contributions are the driving force behind our businesses’ success and the engine propelling our economy forward. From startups to major corporations, Georgia’s on the right track toward creating more jobs and building a stronger, more prosperous future for all hardworking Georgians.”
The labor force increased in Augusta by 1,380 and ended the month with 269,561. That number went up by 4,987 when compared to June of 2023.
Augusta finished the month with 256,506 employed residents. That number decreased by 860 over-the-month and rose by 2,599 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Augusta ended June with 247,200 jobs. That number decreased by 300 from May to June and was up by 3,000 when compared to this time last year.
In June, initial unemployment claims increased by 9 in Augusta. When you compare June 2024 claims to June 2023, claims were down by 52, totaling 957.
Contact Georgia Department of Labor Communications Office
(404) 232-3685
Media Contact: Director of Communications, Shawna Mercer
Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 678-350-6878
For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff at dol.georgia.gov/email-us. 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.
