Employers in New York went on a hiring frenzy in July.
- Several thousand unemployed New Yorkers were hired in July, marking the city’s best job growth since January.
- The nonprofit sector, performing arts and restaurants were the most notable gainers, while transportation, hospitals and private educational services cut back.
- Manufacturing jobs are still scarce and apparel manufacturers have shed 6,000 jobs since the recession began.
Facts & Figures
- New York added about 24,600 jobs in July.
- New York City’s unemployment rate was 9.4% in July.
Best Quote
“It’s very strong numbers in terms of jobs. Just about every sector performed above their historical averages.” – James Brown, Economist, Labor Department.