-Georgia Department of Labor-
The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the one-county Rome Metropolitan Statistical Area saw gains in its labor force, employment, and jobs in September. The over-the-month unemployment rate rose two-tenths of a percentage point to 3.5%, up from 3.3% a year ago.
“Momentum is building across Georgia,” said Georgia Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. “With sustained regional growth, our strong economy and competitive workforce drive continuous opportunity. We are building the Top State for Talent to keep Georgia the clear choice for job creators and families alike.”
The labor force in Rome increased by 767 over the month and by 1,089 over the year, reaching 49,265.
Rome finished the month with 47,553 employed residents, up 638 over the month and 971 from September 2025.
Rome ended September with 47,000 jobs, up 200 over the previous month and unchanged over the year.
In September, initial unemployment claims in Rome increased by 19 from the previous month and were down by 114 from the same month a year ago, totaling 149.
