Metro Hinesville Reports September Gains in Labor Force and Employment
Monday, October 26th, 2026
The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the two-county Hinesville Metropolitan Statistical Area reported increases in its labor force and employment in September. The over-the-month unemployment rate rose one-tenth of a percentage point to 4.0%, up from 3.8% 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 Hinesville increased by 258 over the month and ended at 32,215. That number increased by 495 compared to the same time last year.
Hinesville finished September with 30,918 employed residents, up 220 over the month and 394 over the year.
Hinesville ended September with 21,700 jobs. That number decreased by 100 over the month and decreased by 400 over the year.
In September, initial unemployment claims decreased by 16 over the previous month and were down by 12 from the same month a year ago, totaling 100.
Contact Georgia Department of Labor Communications Office
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(404) 232-3685
Media Contacts:
Sr. Communications Specialist, Annalise Morning
Email: Annalise.Morning@gdol.ga.gov
Phone Number: 470-733-6638
Chief Communications Officer, Shawna Mercer
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Phone Number: 678-350-6878
[email protected]
(404) 232-3685
Media Contacts:
Sr. Communications Specialist, Annalise Morning
Email: Annalise.Morning@gdol.
Phone Number: 470-733-6638
Chief Communications Officer, Shawna Mercer
Email: [email protected].
Phone Number: 678-350-6878
For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff at https://dol.georgia.gov/employeremail .
For more information on unemployment benefits, claimants should call 877.709.8185 or visit their MyUI Claimant Portal. GDOL's Career Centers also provide in-person unemployment insurance benefit services for customers statewide.
For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.
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