The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced Thursday that Gainesville recorded an unemployment rate of 2.8 percent in January, a three-tenths increase over-the-previous month. A year ago, the rate was 2.7 percent.
GDOL Interim Commissioner Louis DeBroux, says in their monthly report, "While job growth has faced challenges this month, key industries across the state continue to offer opportunities for hardworking Georgians. Even with the rise in unemployment, our mission remains clear—helping Georgia’s workers find and keep meaningful employment in every corner of our state.”
The labor force increased in Gainesville by 245 and ended the month with 108,872. That number went up by 573 when compared to January of 2024.
Gainesville finished the month with 105,819 employed residents. That number decreased by 42 over-the-month and rose by 413 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Gainesville ended January with 107,600 jobs. That number decreased by 1,700 from December to January and rose by 1,400 when compared to this time last year.
In January, initial unemployment claims increased by 28 in Gainesville. When you compare January 2024 claims to January 2025, claims were up by one, totaling 338.
Gainesville's area rate in January, however, was significantly lower than the statewide average for Georgia in January, which reached 3.6 percent, according to the GDOL's latest numbers.
For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff at https://dol.georgia.gov/employeremail. For more information on unemployment benefits, claimants should call 877.709.8185 or visit their MyUI Claimant Portal. GDOL's Career Centers also provide in-person unemployment insurance benefit services for customers statewide.
For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.
