Category: Santa Barbara, CA

The Santa Barbara job market entered 2024 with a cautious outlook, experiencing modest job growth despite concerns over rising minimum wages and national economic uncertainties. While the January report shows a slower pace compared to the previous year, it suggests a potential for stability and cautious optimism in the year ahead. Highlights: Industries and Occupations…

Santa Barbara’s job market maintained its positive trajectory in December 2023, adding jobs for the sixth consecutive month despite the usual seasonal slowdown. The unemployment rate remained low, indicating continued employer confidence and a resilient local economy. Highlights: Industries and Occupations: Growth: Shrink: Comparison: Future Outlook: The Santa Barbara job market is expected to remain…