Market Updates

FloridaCommerce Labor Market Update – August 2025

Florida’s unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.8% in August (0.5% below the national rate), while all six North Central Florida counties exceeded the U.S. average, with job growth continuing in education, health services, and trade. United States and Florida Unemployment Rates (seasonally adjusted) Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment

FloridaCommerce Labor Market Update – June 2025

Florida’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in June (0.4% below the national rate), while North Central Florida saw slight upticks across counties, with steady job gains led by education, health, and information sectors. United States and Florida Unemployment Rates (seasonally adjusted) Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics

FloridaCommerce Labor Market Update – July 2025

Florida’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in July 2025 (0.5% below the national rate) while North Central Florida counties rose slightly, with modest year-over-year job growth led by education, health services, and trade. United States and Florida Unemployment Rates (seasonally adjusted) Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics