Massachusetts adds jobs in September as unemployment holds steady
Preliminary state data shows the economy gained 3,500 jobs in September, with the jobless rate unchanged at 4.3 percent.
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What happened
Massachusetts gained 3,500 jobs in September, according to preliminary state data. The state's unemployment rate stayed at 4.3 percent, and its labor force grew. Employment has barely grown since Governor Maura Healey took office, though more than 16,000 jobs have been added since September 2025.
Why it matters
The reports describe the hiring pickup as coming ahead of an election. Employment growth has been modest since Healey took office.
Timeline
- Oct 16, 1:59 PM ET: A jobs report showed hiring had picked up, with more than 16,000 jobs added since September 2025, though employment has barely grown since Governor Maura Healey took office.
- Oct 17, 6:42 PM ET: Preliminary state data showed Massachusetts gained 3,500 jobs in September while its unemployment rate held at 4.3 percent and its labor force grew.
Coverage
- Massachusetts gained jobs in September but unemployment rate held at 4.3% (Boston Herald)
- Massachusetts jobs report: Hiring picks up ahead of election (Boston Globe)
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