The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the four-county Albany Metropolitan Statistical Area recorded an increase of 100 jobs in May, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, up four-tenths of a percentage point over the month. A year ago, the rate was 4.0%. 

"Every May, a new wave of talent enters Georgia's workforce as thousands of graduates begin their career search. This is what a growing talent pipeline looks like, and it is why companies keep investing here year after year,” said Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. "With more than 5 million jobs across our state, there is a place for every Georgian, from the graduate landing a first role to the seasoned professional taking the next step. That is the kind of opportunity you can build a life on, and we will keep it within reach in every corner of our state." 

Albany’s labor force decreased by 19 over the month and increased by 115 over the year, to 60,908. 

 Albany finished the month with 58,542 employed residents, down 262 over the month and up 178 over the year. 

 Albany ended May with 59,700 jobs, an increase of 100 over the month and a decrease of 1,100 from a year ago. 

 In May, initial unemployment claims decreased by 3 from the previous month and declined by 28 compared to the same month a year ago, totaling 231. 

Contact Georgia Department of Labor Communications Office 
[email protected] 
(404) 232-3685 

Media Contact: Chief Communications Officer, Shawna Mercer 
Email: [email protected].gov 
Phone Number: 678-350-6878 

For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff at https://dol.georgia.gov/employeremail. 

For more information on unemployment benefits, claimants should call 877.709.8185 or visit their MyUI Claimant Portal. GDOL's Career Centers also provide in-person unemployment insurance benefit services for customers statewide. 

For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.