Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Columbus recorded an unemployment rate of 3.4 percent in April, down three-tenths of a percent over the month. A year ago, the rate was 3.1 percent.

“Empowering the right people, in the right place, at the right time to make the right decisions is why Georgia continues to lead the nation in low unemployment and job opportunities for hardworking Georgians," said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. "From the state to the local level, Georgia is focused on creating an environment where businesses can thrive, and everyday workers can find good jobs and build better lives.”

The labor force decreased in Columbus by 381 and ended the month with 122,579. That number went up by 2,547 when compared to April of 2023.

Columbus finished the month with 118,458 employed residents. That number increased by 98 over-the-month and rose by 2,190 when compared to the same time a year ago.

Columbus ended April with 123,500 jobs. Jobs were up by 600 from March to April and rose by 1,800 when compared to this time last year.

In April, initial unemployment claims increased by 29 (8%) in Columbus. When you compare April 2024 claims to April 2023, claims were down by 56 (-13%).