Category: Rhode Island
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Warwick, RI – December 2023 Jobs Report – Resilience Reigns Despite National Wobble
Warwick’s job market demonstrated resilience in December 2023, defying a slight national dip in employment. The city added a modest 22.4 jobs, pushing the unemployment rate back down to 3.2%, matching the national average. This follows a temporary blip in November, highlighting the overall stability and robustness of the local economy. Highlights: Year-over-Year Comparison: Compared…
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Cranston, RI – December 2023 Jobs Report – Steady Growth amid Shifting Trends
Cranston’s job market closed out 2023 with positive strides, adding 50 jobs in December and contributing to a solid year-end performance. While the unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.4%, the city’s job count remained above pre-pandemic levels, offering positive prospects for 2024. Overview: Highlights: What Industries and Occupations Grew: What Industries and Occupations Shrunk: Compare…
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Pawtucket, RI – December 2023 Jobs Report – Mixed Signals Amid Regional Momentum
Pawtucket’s December 2023 jobs report painted a picture of a city in transition, with mixed signals hinting at both resilience and potential challenges ahead. While the overall unemployment rate remained steady at 3.9%, echoing the national trend, a closer look reveals a month of sector-specific shifts and adjustments. Highlights: What Industries and Occupations Grew: What…