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Georgia Job Market Thrives Amid Mixed Signals

9/2/2025

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Georgia's job market exceeded 5 million jobs this summer, but faces contraction from federal employment declines.
The unemployment rate fell to 3.4%, the lowest since April 2024.
Labor leaders report mixed signals, including a drop in federal union membership and 300,000 job losses among women.
The health care sector continues to thrive, contributing over 625,000 jobs.

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Story summary

Georgia's job market exceeded 5 million jobs this summer, but faces contraction from federal employment declines.
The unemployment rate fell to 3.4%, the lowest since April 2024.
Labor leaders report mixed signals, including a drop in federal union membership and 300,000 job losses among women.
The health care sector continues to thrive, contributing over 625,000 jobs.