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Aug 20, 2026
NJ loses 25,600 jobs in July as unemployment dips
New Jersey lost 25,600 nonfarm jobs in July, but state officials say the drop may be overstated. Unemployment inched down to 4.4%.
Jul 20, 2026
New Jersey unemployment rate falls to 4.5% in June
New Jersey’s unemployment rate fell to 4.5% in June, the lowest level since March 2024, while payroll employment was nearly unchanged.
Jan 26, 2026
NJ adds 5,700 jobs in December as unemployment holds at 5.4%
The New Jersey labor force grew and payrolls hit a record, led by health care and business services.
