Kansas Job Market Report

This page provides a comprehensive overview of the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) employment data, focusing on the state of Kansas. Each month, the BLS releases detailed job reports that offer insights into employment trends, job growth, and labor market changes across the country. Our coverage delves into these reports with a specific emphasis on Kansas, analyzing data from various cities within the state to present a granular view of its labor market dynamics. By synthesizing this data, we aim to offer stakeholders, including policymakers, businesses, and job seekers, valuable insights into the economic health of cities across Kansas. This analysis not only highlights the overall employment situation in the state but also provides a detailed breakdown of job trends in its diverse urban centers, thereby serving as a vital resource for understanding local economic conditions.

• Wichita, KS – January 2024 Job Market Report – Labor Market Continues Upward Trend
  Wichita’s job market displayed continued growth in January 2024, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) [1]. This report provides a detailed analysis of the city’s employment landscape, highlighting sectors that gained traction, industries that experienced contraction, and how Wichita’s figures compare to both the national average and last year’s… Read more: Wichita, KS – January 2024 Job Market Report – Labor Market Continues Upward Trend
• Kansas City, MO – January 2024 Jobs Market Report: Steady Growth Amidst National Slowdown
  The Kansas City job market saw continued expansion in January 2024, adding 2,000 new jobs, according to preliminary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). While slower than the national average of 2.4%, the report signals a resilient local economy defying broader trends. Highlights: Industry Breakdown: Year-over-Year Comparison: Month-over-Month Comparison: Future Outlook: The future… Read more: Kansas City, MO – January 2024 Jobs Market Report: Steady Growth Amidst National Slowdown
• Olathe, KS – January 2024 Job Market Report – Hiring Spree Continues
  The Olathe job market continued its growth trend in January 2024, adding 1,200 new jobs compared to December 2023. This represents a 1.5% increase in the city’s unemployment rate, which now sits at 3.2%. This is significantly lower than the national average of 3.8%. Highlights What Industries and Occupations Grew What Industries and Occupations Shrunk… Read more: Olathe, KS – January 2024 Job Market Report – Hiring Spree Continues
• Topeka, KS – January 2024 Job Market Report – Modest Growth Expected
  The January 2024 job market report for Topeka, Kansas, paints a picture of a cautious economic recovery. While the city is expected to see modest job growth in 2024, the pace will likely be slower than the national and regional averages. Highlights: Future Outlook: While the immediate future suggests moderate growth, experts predict that Topeka’s… Read more: Topeka, KS – January 2024 Job Market Report – Modest Growth Expected
• Lawrence, KS – January 2024 Jobs Report – Employment on the Rise, Driven by Education and Healthcare
  The January 2024 jobs report for Lawrence, KS, paints a picture of a steadily recovering and expanding job market, fueled by growth in key sectors like education and healthcare. While official reports for January 2024 are not yet available, data from December 2023 and January job postings offer valuable insights. Overview: Highlights: What Industries and… Read more: Lawrence, KS – January 2024 Jobs Report – Employment on the Rise, Driven by Education and Healthcare
• Wichita, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report: Flat Growth Amidst Tight Labor Market
  Wichita’s December 2023 jobs report presents a mixed picture for job seekers. While the unemployment rate remained low, indicating a competitive market, overall job growth stalled compared to previous months. Certain industries showed resilience, offering potential opportunities, but the outlook necessitates cautious optimism. Highlights: What Industries and Occupations Grew: What Industries and Occupations Shrank: Compare… Read more: Wichita, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report: Flat Growth Amidst Tight Labor Market
• Overland Park, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Holding Steady Amidst Shifting Sands
  December 2023 presented a picture of stability for Overland Park’s job market, despite facing headwinds in the national economy. While job growth witnessed a slight decline compared to November, the unemployment rate remained steady, hinting at resilience in the local market. Specific sectors offered positive signs, suggesting potential opportunities amidst cautious optimism for the year… Read more: Overland Park, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Holding Steady Amidst Shifting Sands
• Kansas City, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Steady Gains Amidst Regional Slowdown
  The December 2023 jobs report for Kansas City, KS paints a picture of sustained job growth, highlighting progress despite regional economic uncertainties. The city added 80 nonfarm jobs, bringing the year-end total to a positive 490 new positions. While this growth surpasses national trends, it reflects a slight slowdown compared to previous months, mirroring broader… Read more: Kansas City, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Steady Gains Amidst Regional Slowdown
• Olathe, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Job Market Holds Strong Despite National Wobble
  Olathe’s December 2023 jobs report paints a picture of resilience, defying national trends of slowing job growth. The city added 80 new nonfarm jobs, contributing to a positive year-end total of 960 positions gained. This stability stands in contrast to the national decrease in nonfarm payroll employment reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).… Read more: Olathe, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Job Market Holds Strong Despite National Wobble
• Topeka, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Employment Stability Amidst National Fluctuation
  Topeka’s December 2023 jobs report paints a picture of relative stability compared to national trends. While the unemployment rate remained low at 2.9%, mirroring November’s figure, job growth slowed slightly. However, this stands in contrast to national concerns about a potential recession, suggesting Topeka’s economy might be weathering the storm. Highlights: Industry and Occupation Growth:… Read more: Topeka, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Employment Stability Amidst National Fluctuation
• Lawrence, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Robust Job Growth Caps Stellar Year
  Lawrence’s job market ended 2023 on a high note, adding a significant 7,100 jobs in December and pushing the unemployment rate down to a record low of 2.8%. This impressive performance caps a year of exceptional job creation, with total nonfarm employment surging 8.3% compared to December 2022. Highlights: What Industries and Occupations Grew: What… Read more: Lawrence, KS – December 2023 Jobs Report – Robust Job Growth Caps Stellar Year