Category: Lynchburg, VA

Lynchburg’s job market defied a slight national slowdown in January 2024, adding jobs and maintaining its low unemployment rate. This report highlights the city’s continued economic resilience and adaptability, particularly in healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing. Highlights: What Industries and Occupations Grew: What Industries and Occupations Shrank: Compare to Same Month Last Year: Compare to…

Lynchburg’s job market maintained its positive momentum in December 2023, defying a slight national employment dip. The city added 500 jobs, pushing the unemployment rate down to 3.4%, the lowest in a decade. This report indicates continued resilience and adaptability in the Lynchburg economy, particularly in healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing. Highlights: What Industries and…