Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that unemployment rates increased in nearly all regions of the state during October, except for the Three Rivers Regional Commission.
“While most regions across Georgia experienced a slight uptick in unemployment, our state continues to lead the way with an unemployment rate well below the national average,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “As job growth slows across the nation, Georgia’s resilience shines through—driven by commonsense policies that prioritize opportunity, growth, and a workforce ready to lead. This stability proves that Georgia’s economy is built not just to withstand challenges but to thrive for generations to come.”
Northwest Georgia (includes Haralson)
The unemployment rate was up one-tenth to 3.4 percent over-the-month, the rate was 3.0 percent one year ago.
The labor force was down 368 over-the-month and up 7,334 over-the-year, to 448,048.
The number of employed was down 1,097 over-the-month and up 5,176 over-the-year, to 432,631.
Initial claims were up 157 over-the-month and up 552 over-the-year, to 2,436.
Three Rivers (includes Carroll)
   The unemployment rate remained unchanged posting at 3.4 percent over-the-month, the rate was 3.3 percent one year ago.
The labor force was down 484 over-the-month and up 3,237 over-the-year, to 264,790.
The number of employed was down 607 over-the-month and up 2,764 over-the-year, to 255,745.
Initial claims were up 197 over-the-month and down 186 over-the-year, to 1,082.
