May 2019 Greater Mankato Jobs Report

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development released the May 2019 employment figures yesterday. The Mankato – North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) saw a gain of 157 jobs or 0.3% year over year in the month of May.  This is the 29th straight month of Mankato-North Mankato having year over year job growth.

The highest percent of growth came from the Goods Producing sectors (0.8% or 85 jobs). The Service Providing sectors added 0.2% or 72 jobs.

Hourly earnings in the private sector continue to stay above $26 an hour ($26.52). Over the last 24 months, wages have increased by 11.1%.

To see the trends in employment for Greater Mankato, visit:  https://greatermankato.com/current-employment-statistics-jobs-data

 

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