Oregon's nonfarm payroll employment increased by 4,000 jobs in May, led by health care and social assistance (1,900) and leisure and hospitality (1,000).
Oregon's nonfarm payroll employment increased by 4,000 jobs in May, driven by growth in health care and social assistance sectors (1,900 jobs) and leisure and hospitality (1,000 jobs). Retail trade experienced the largest decline (800 jobs), followed by construction (400 jobs). The state's unemployment rate remained at 4.2% for the fourth consecutive month, slightly above the U.S. rate of 4.0%.
June 20, 2024
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