Hawthorne’s job market held firm in December 2023, defying a slight national decline in employment. The city added 150 new jobs, marking a 0.3% increase in its unemployment rate, which ticked down to 4.5%. This positive performance stands in contrast to the national unemployment rate, which edged up to 4.7% in December.
Highlights:
- Professional and Business Services led the charge, adding 80 jobs, driven by growth in management, legal, and accounting positions.
- Healthcare followed closely, adding 50 jobs, fueled by continued demand for nurses and home health aides.
- Manufacturing remained stable, adding 20 jobs, primarily in the aerospace and machinery sectors.
Industries and Occupations that Grew:
- Professional and Business Services (+80 jobs): Management Consultants, Lawyers, Accountants
- Healthcare (+50 jobs): Registered Nurses, Home Health Aides
- Manufacturing (+20 jobs): Aerospace Engineers, Machinists
- Education (+10 jobs): Special Education Teachers, Preschool Teachers
Industries and Occupations that Shrank:
- Retail Trade (-20 jobs): Cashiers, Retail Salespersons
- Leisure and Hospitality (-10 jobs): Waiters and Waitresses, Hotel Clerks
- Construction (-5 jobs): Carpenters, Electricians
Comparison to Same Month Last Year:
Hawthorne’s job market has shown remarkable resilience compared to December 2022. The city added 350 jobs last month, representing a 0.7% increase, outpacing the national job growth rate of 0.4%. This sustained expansion suggests a robust local economy despite broader economic headwinds.
Comparison to Previous Month:
December’s job gains were slightly lower than those observed in November 2023, when Hawthorne added 200 jobs. However, the overall trend remains positive, indicating a stable and gradually expanding labor market.
Future Outlook:
While the national economic outlook remains uncertain, Hawthorne’s diversified economy and strategic location in the heart of the aerospace industry position it for continued job growth in 2024. Projected increases in government spending and infrastructure projects further bolster the city’s optimistic outlook.
10 Growing Occupations in Hawthorne:
- Registered Nurses
- Software Developers
- Aerospace Engineers
- Management Consultants
- Home Health Aides
- Truck Drivers
- Accountants and Auditors
- Marketing Specialists
- Preschool Teachers
- Physical Therapists
10 Companies Hiring Now in Hawthorne:
- SpaceX
- Raytheon Technologies
- Northrop Grumman
- Amazon
- Kaiser Permanente
- Centinela Hospital Medical Center
- Tesla
- Mattel
- Herbalife Nutrition
- City of Hawthorne
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