Unemployment rates flat in Clark, Champaign counties
December 25, 2017
Unemployment rates remained flat in both Clark and Champaign counties in October, according to a monthly employment report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
Clark County’s unemployment rate was 4.4 percent last month, unchanged from September. The unemployment rate was lower than at the same time one year ago, when it was listed at 4.8 percent.
Many employers are looking to fill jobs, said Amy Donahoe, director of hiring and employer services for the Chamber of Greater Springfield. But in most cases they’re looking for a small number of employees.
The unemployment rate in Clark County was 4.8 percent at the same time last year. More people are working and looking for work compared to last year, according to the state data.
Unemployment rates remained flat in both Clark and Champaign counties in October, according to a monthly employment report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
Clark County’s unemployment rate was 4.4 percent last month, unchanged from September. The unemployment rate was lower than at the same time one year ago, when it was listed at 4.8 percent.
Many employers are looking to fill jobs, said Amy Donahoe, director of hiring and employer services for the Chamber of Greater Springfield. But in most cases they’re looking for a small number of employees.
The unemployment rate in Clark County was 4.8 percent at the same time last year. More people are working and looking for work compared to last year, according to the state data.
The monthly county updates from the state aren’t adjusted to account for seasonal patterns that include summer hiring, major holidays and school schedules. The national and state figures are adjusted for those factors.
“There are a few employers that have a lot of openings right now,” Donahoe said. “But in general I think there are a lot of employers hiring but it’s only a handful of people. If people are interested, there are opportunities in the community right now for employment.”