Nevada added around 1,500 jobs over the month of May and saw its labor force grow by about 4,000 people, according to the state’s Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation’s monthly 2023 economic report released Thursday.
The unemployment rate in the state, however, was unchanged at a figure of 5.4 percent.
“This month, Nevada’s labor market continues to follow the same pattern as recent months, with both strong employment growth and unemployment that is higher than other states,” said David Schmidt, Chief Economist.
Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Employment (Seasonally Adjusted):
— Carson City employment had an increase of 100 jobs (0.3%) since April, an increase of 1,500 jobs (4.9%) since May 2022.
— Reno employment had a decrease of 500 jobs (-0.2%) since April, an increase of 8,700 jobs (3.3%) since May 2022.
— Las Vegas employment increased by 1,400 jobs (0.1%) since April, an increase of 49,200 jobs (4.6%) since May 2022.
To see additional labor market data view the department’s employment and unemployment dashboards located at nevadaworkforce.com.
See the full report below.
Nevada Statewide and Metro Area Labor Market Overview (May 2023) by Carson Now on Scribd
