Local unemployment falls slightly in June

Unemployment in Franklin County fell in June.

Local unemployment dropped from 4.7 percent to 4.4 percent last month – giving Franklin County the third lowest unemployment rate out of Florida’s 67 counties.

Labor statistics released last week show 213 people were looking for work in Franklin County in June; 12 fewer than in May.

The workforce also increased by 17 people.

Gulf County also saw a slight drop in unemployment last month.

Unemployment fell from 5.1 to 4.9 percent – 309 people were looking for work out of a total workforce of 6039 people.

Unemployment in Wakulla County fell from 4.8 to 4.7 percent, in Liberty county unemployment was 5.9 percent.

You can see the full statewide unemployment report for yourself at oysterradio.com.

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