The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the seven-county Augusta Metropolitan Statistical Area recorded month-over-month growth of its labor force and an unemployment rate of 4.6% in February, down two-tenths over the month. A year ago, the rate was 4.2%.

“Georgia’s latest labor market data shows continued growth in both the labor force and employment as more Georgians are working and stepping into opportunity across the state,” said Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. "That matters because when more people are working, businesses gain access to talent, families gain stability, and Georgia is better positioned to compete, win and adapt in today’s global economy.”

The labor force in Augusta was up 2,592 over the month and 5,087 over the year, totaling 281,414.

Augusta finished the month with 268,513 employed residents. That number increased by 2,948 over the month and rose by 3,835 compared to the same time a year ago.

Augusta ended the month with 252,000 jobs, down 100 over the month and 100 from the same time last year.

In February, initial unemployment claims declined by 703 over the month and 52 from the same time a year ago, totaling 601.

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Media Contact: Director of Communications, Shawna Mercer
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Phone Number: 678-350-6878

For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff at https://dol.georgia.gov/employeremail. 

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.