Regional Snapshot: The Economy
The Atlanta economy is a dynamic one! Our March Regional Snapshot takes a look at a confusing and changing economic landscape nearly three years into the pandemic and with the threat of recession looming.
Detailing Demand in the Atlanta Job Market
Demand--as shown by job postings-- is up for lower-wage occupations...in which wages have risen some as a result of this demand.
Quick Look at Labor Demand
This labor market is hard to figure out...looking at shifts in what employers are looking for helps us understand things better.
Regional Snapshot: The Economy-An Overview for the New Year
There is a LOT going on in our economy. Wages and inflation are up, and so are housing prices and rents. While we have a lot of job openings, we also have a low unemployment rate. Our January Regional Snapshot takes a look at a confusing and changing economic landscape, at almost two full years into the pandemic.
Exploring Pandemic Employment Outcomes
Taking a closer look at ways in which data from Metro Atlanta Speaks and other survey sources reveal the economic damage of the pandemic while finally indicating signs of at least an overall recovery.
Data Diversion: UI Claims vs Job Postings, March-October, 2020
A dashboard comparing initial unemployment insurance claims to job postings in the Atlanta MSA.
Demographic Differences in Unemployment
A dive into differences in unemployment rates based on education, sex and age.
Friday Factday: Racial Disparities in Unemployment
The unemployment rate is low. But the big, national numbers don't tell the whole story. This Friday Factday looks at county-level variation by race, as well as labor force participation rates, education and trends over time.