Rockford metro area adds 400 jobs in March

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Rockford’s job market saw improvement in March, according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security.

An IDES report released Thursday shows Rockford added 400 jobs in March 2024, with unemployment rates decreasing about 0.5% compared to March 2023. Unemployment rates also went down in Boone and Winnebago Counties, with Belvidere seeing the most significant change year-to-year.

Unemployment rates stayed the same in Ogle County and rose slightly in Stephenson County.

“Job growth continues to reach areas in every corner of the state throughout industries, creating new and expanded job opportunities for Illinois workers,” said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. “IDES and its workforce partners remain prepared and committed to matching jobseekers and employers to find the right fit for their careers and employment needs.”

Statewide, the industries that saw the most job growth included government, private education or health services and construction.

The full March jobs report can be found on the IDES website.

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