California's unemployment rate rose to 5.5% in December, marking the second-highest in the U.S., which translates to more than a million Californians out of work. This slight increase of 0.1% from November is seen as part of a long-term pattern of gradual growth, according to state officials. In December, California did add 15,000 new jobs, contributing to over 3.1 million jobs created since April 2020, with job growth noted as consistent but slow. Neighbouring states exhibit lower unemployment rates, highlighting a regional disparity.
California's unemployment rate rose to 5.5% in December, retaining its position among the highest in the U.S., with over a million residents out of work.
According to Loree Levy from the California Employment Development Department, an increase of 0.4% in unemployment over a year does not indicate a significant problem, as job growth has been slow.
In December, California added 15,000 new jobs, continuing a trend where the state has added over 3.1 million jobs since April 2020.
California now has the second-highest unemployment rate in the U.S. at 5.5%, behind Nevada's 5.7%, with other West Coast states significantly lower.
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