Category: Lafayette, LA

The January 2024 jobs report for Lafayette, LA, reveals a mixed bag of economic indicators. While the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.3%, job growth slowed considerably compared to the previous month. Highlights Industry and Occupational Trends Job growth: Job losses: Comparison to previous periods Future outlook The Lafayette economy is expected to see continued…

The Lafayette, LA job market ended 2023 on a cautiously optimistic note, exhibiting modest growth despite national economic headwinds. The unemployment rate remained low at 3.3%, and job creation continued, albeit at a slower pace than earlier in the year. Highlights: Industries and Occupations that Grew: Industries and Occupations that Shrank: Comparison to Same Month…