July Unemployment Rate Declines in Brunswick
Monday, August 28th, 2023
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Brunswick recorded an unemployment rate of 2.9 percent in July, down four-tenths of a percent over the month. A year ago, the rate was 2.9 percent.
“Georgia’s labor market continues to stand strong as a beacon of hope and prosperity,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “With low unemployment and plentiful job opportunities, local communities are thriving and showcasing remarkable resilience in the face of economic uncertainty.”
The labor force increased in Brunswick by 350 and ended the month with 55,195. That number went up by 1,020 when compared to July of 2022.
Brunswick finished the month with 53,613 employed residents. That number increased by 558 over-the-month and rose by 1,006 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Brunswick ended July with 48,300 jobs, an all-time high. That number increased by 200 from June to July and rose by 1,500 when compared to this time last year.
In July, initial unemployment claims increased by 48 (38%) in Brunswick. When you compare July 2023 claims to July 2022, claims were up by 11 (7%).
