While official January 2024 jobs reports for Mesa aren’t available yet, insights can be gleaned from various sources indicating positive trends in specific sectors. The City of Mesa’s Economic Development office highlights continued expansion in semiconductors, aerospace, electric vehicles, and advanced manufacturing, suggesting job creation in these areas.
Highlights:
- Manufacturing: Continued expansion in key industries like semiconductors and electric vehicles is driving job growth. Dexcom announced a $5.7 million expansion expected to create 670 jobs, and Benchmark Electronics opened a new facility creating 100 positions.
- Healthcare: Construction is underway on Acadia Healthcare’s new 100-bed behavioral health hospital, expected to open in early 2024 and create new jobs.
Growing Industries and Occupations:
- Manufacturing: Production workers, assemblers, engineers, technicians.
- Healthcare: Nurses, aides, therapists, administrative staff.
- Logistics: Transportation, warehousing, distribution personnel.
- Construction: Carpenters, electricians, plumbers, laborers.
Shrinking Industries and Occupations:
Data on shrinking industries and occupations in Mesa for January 2024 is limited. However, some national trends suggest potential declines in retail and leisure & hospitality sectors due to automation and changing consumer preferences.
Comparison to Same Month Last Year:
Direct comparisons aren’t possible without official reports. However, Mesa’s overall unemployment rate in December 2023 was 3.3%, significantly lower than the national average of 3.5%, indicating a strong job market.
Comparison to Previous Month:
Similar limitations apply for month-to-month comparisons. News reports suggest ongoing hiring activity across various sectors, indicating continued job growth in January 2024 compared to December 2023.
Future Outlook:
Mesa’s economy is projected to continue its upward trajectory in 2024, fueled by investments in key industries and ongoing infrastructure development. The City of Mesa Economic Development office anticipates attracting more companies and creating high-quality jobs.
10 Growing Occupations (based on national trends):
- Registered Nurses
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides
- Wind Turbine Service Technicians
- Solar Photovoltaic Installers
- Software Developers and Applications
- Physician Assistants
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
10 Companies Hiring Now in Mesa (based on online job boards):
- Dexcom
- Benchmark Electronics
- Mesa Public Schools
- Banner Health
- Republic Services
- Walmart
- Home Depot
- Lowe’s
- US Airways
- Fry’s Food Stores
Cited Resources:
- City of Mesa – Economic Development
- Bureau of Labor Statistics – Local Area Unemployment Statistics