The December 2023 jobs report for Miami Gardens, FL paints a mixed picture. While the broader Miami metropolitan area continued to experience job growth, Miami Gardens saw a slight decrease in employment opportunities compared to November 2023. However, the December numbers remain higher than December 2022, indicating some year-over-year progress.
Highlights:
- Total nonfarm jobs in Miami Gardens decreased by 0.8% from November 2023.
- Year-over-year job growth remained positive, with December 2023 showing a 2.1% increase compared to December 2022.
- Leisure and hospitality, along with trade, transportation, and utilities, saw the most significant job gains in December compared to November 2023.
- Professional and business services, as well as financial activities, experienced the most notable job losses over the same period.
Industry and Occupation Trends:
Growing Industries:
- Leisure and hospitality
- Trade, transportation, and utilities
- Education and health services
- Construction
Shrinking Industries:
Comparison to Previous Months and Year:
- December 2023 saw a slight decrease in jobs compared to November 2023, but an increase compared to December 2022.
- The Miami metropolitan area as a whole continued to experience job growth in December 2023.
Future Outlook:
The future job outlook for Miami Gardens is uncertain. National economic forecasts predict slowing job growth in 2024, which could impact the Miami area as well. However, the region’s strong tourism industry and growing technology sector could provide some buffer against a national slowdown.
10 Growing Occupations in Miami Gardens (December 2023):
- Registered Nurses
- Construction Laborers
- Personal Care Aides
- Retail Salespersons
- Fast Food Cooks
- Customer Service Representatives
- Truck Drivers
- Elementary School Teachers
- Software Developers
- Marketing Specialists
10 Companies Hiring Now in Miami Gardens (as of February 3, 2024):
- Baptist Health South Florida
- Miami-Dade County Public Schools
- City of Miami Gardens
- FedEx Ground
- Amazon
- Walmart
- The Home Depot
- Publix Super Markets
- McDonald’s
- Wawa
Resources:
- Bureau of Labor Statistics – Miami-Dade County, FL
- Florida Department of Economic Opportunity – Miami-Dade County Labor Market Summary
- Miami-Dade Beacon Council Economic Dashboard