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Inland Empire Unemployment Dips to 5.6% Amid Job Gains

9/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Inland Empire unemployment fell to 5.6% in August from 5.7% in July, with gains in government and health care.
The labor force in Riverside and San Bernardino counties grew by 10,700, totaling 2.25 million.
Nonfarm jobs rose by 6,400, while transportation added 400 in August.
Construction lost 1,200 jobs in August.

History

Historical Context

The Great Recession, which peaked in 2010, saw the U.S. unemployment rate reach 10%, severely affecting areas like the Inland Empire. By August 2020, the unemployment rate in Riverside and San Bernardino counties had improved to 5.6%, reflecting job gains primarily in government and healthcare sectors. Continued job growth is vital for the region's economic stability and recovery.

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Story summary

Inland Empire unemployment fell to 5.6% in August from 5.7% in July, with gains in government and health care.
The labor force in Riverside and San Bernardino counties grew by 10,700, totaling 2.25 million.
Nonfarm jobs rose by 6,400, while transportation added 400 in August.
Construction lost 1,200 jobs in August.

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